service technician - motor vehicle repair

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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Work site environment

• Dusty
• Outdoors
• Hot
• Noisy

Work setting

• Garage

Level of expertise

• Technician

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Discuss work with supervisor
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect motor in operation
• Review work orders
• Road test motor vehicles
• Test automotive systems and components
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Test and adjust units to specifications
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
• Coach and instruct apprentices

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician (Fuel and Electrical Systems) Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician (Steering, Suspension and Brakes) Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

• Engine repair
• Electrical and electronic system
• Diagnostics
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Hydraulic system
• Fuel and emission system
• Ignition and electrical system
• Welding
• Imported vehicles

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence
• Drive manual transmission vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Standing for extended periods

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Punctuality

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Piece work

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for persons with disabilities

• Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.)
• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports persons with disabilities
• Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)

Support for youths

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment

Support for mature workers

• Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination

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Membership in a group is not a job requirement. All interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

This employer is committed to providing all job applicants with equal employment opportunities, and promoting inclusion. If you self-identify as a member of any employment group, you are encouraged to indicate it in your application.

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