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Apprentice Automotive Technician

Kal Tire

Alberta

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Full time

20 days ago

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Job summary

Kal Tire is seeking a Tire, Brake, and Alignment Technician to join their dynamic team in Alberta. This role offers structured training and mentorship, focusing on routine maintenance tasks while providing exceptional customer service. The position emphasizes safety and offers a clear path for career advancement in the automotive industry.

Benefits

Extended group health benefits including dental and vision
Profit Sharing program
Paid vacation
Employee discounts on tires and services

Qualifications

  • Completion of Automotive Technician Program or equivalent.
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Execute front-end brake services, shocks, and wheel alignments.
  • Safely perform tire removal, installation, and repair.
  • Deliver outstanding customer service.

Skills

Problem-solving
Mechanical aptitude
Attention to detail

Education

Completion of Automotive Technician Program or equivalent

Job description

Are you captivated by the idea of diving headfirst into a career as a Tire, Brake, and Alignment Technician? We're seeking someone with unbeatable problem-solving skills and a fiery passion for tackling routine maintenance tasks like tires, brakes, and alignments. Does this sound like the thrilling challenge you've been eagerly anticipating?

Jumping aboard our dynamic team means embarking on a thrilling journey through our leading-edge training program. You'll have the opportunity to expand your knowledge of automotive technology while wielding the latest tools and equipment. Not only will you deliver exceptional service to our valued customers, but you'll also forge a promising path for yourself in the booming automotive industry.

Key Highlights of this role

  • Structured work schedule, supportive and safe work environment.
  • Comprehensive training and mentorship from experienced technicians.
  • Eager to dive into apprenticeship training and work your way up from levels 1 to 2, to reach level 3.
  • Assist experienced technicians with diagnosing and repairing vehicle issues.
  • Upholding a safety-first mindset, consistently adhering to PPE and safety protocols.

Why Kal Tire?

  • Our aim is that the career of every team member is supported by quality leadership, training, and opportunities for advancement.
  • This position starts at $23.32 per hour, depending on experience and mechanical aptitude. We offer a clear path for career advancement with wage increases along the way.
  • Extended group health benefits include dental, vision, prescription, massage therapy, and EAP benefits.
  • Profit Sharing program, RRSP matching, Paid vacation.
  • An Additional Bonus may be obtained through our Incentive Program, which rewards performance, quality, a positive attitude, and a safe work culture.
  • A perks program that offers employee discounts on tires, services and more.

Day to Day Responsibilities

  • Execute front-end brake services, shocks, and wheel alignments.
  • Safely perform tire removal, installation, and repair for passenger and light truck vehicles. This includes removing wheel assemblies, dismounting and mounting tires, balancing, inflating, and reinstalling tires. Diagnose tire issues, evaluate reparability, and apply appropriate repair methods.
  • Basic understanding and use of alignment machines, flush machines, oil lube and filter service.
  • Execute front-end brake services, shocks, and wheel alignments.
  • Assist and perform mechanical inspections and services, including work order procedures, alignment, flush machines, and oil lube and filter service.
  • Deliver outstanding customer service, consistently surpassing each client's expectations.

Qualifications and Success:

  • Completion of Automotive Technician Program or equivalent.
  • A valid driver's license.
  • Enthusiasm for the automotive industry and a desire to learn.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to excel in a physically demanding environment, including heavy lifting and constantly moving throughout the day.
  • Being safety conscious is of utmost importance - always wear required PPE and follow instructed work protocols.
  • Motivated, positive attitude, respectful work environment, and develop team members in a positive atmosphere.

Our Inclusive Culture

At Kal Tire, we're dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to succeed. We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives and skills, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Hiring Process

Upon shortlisting, a member of our team will contact you and invite you to a telephone interview. Successful candidates will then have the opportunity to meet and interview with members of our leadership team over MS Teams and in person. Additionally, as part of our standard hiring process, prospective Team Members at the Job Offer stage will be requested to undergo a Canadian Criminal Record Check; candidates must be legally eligible to work for any Canadian employers to be considered for this position at this time.

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