Apprentice- Level 3/4-OpenRoad Acura Richmond

OpenRoad Auto Group Limited; Richmond; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool Subsidy Program

Footwear Subsidy Program

Discounted Vehicle Purchasing Program

RRSP matching

Referral bonuses

Extended health and dental plan

Job summary

OpenRoad Acura Richmond, part of OpenRoad Auto Group Limited, is seeking an Apprentice Technician Level 3/4 in its Service Department in Richmond. The role offers full-time employment with opportunities to grow across a large national automotive group.

Applicants should be licensed technicians with strong diagnostic skills and a self-motivated, team-oriented approach. Expect to work on multiple OEM brands with ongoing factory training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be a fully licensed Technician.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive repair orders from Service Advisor and work efficiently as outlined on repair orders.
• Ensure work is performed per dealership and factory standards.
• Collaborate with parts to obtain needed parts and tag items under warranty or at customer request.
• Road-test vehicles to quality-check work performed.
• Supervise apprentices as assigned by management.
• Attend factory training and stay updated with bulletins.
• Keep work area clean and shop safe.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Automotive knowledge

Self-motivated

Interpersonal skills

Education

Technician certification

Tools

Automotive equipment

Job description

DRIVING POSSIBILITIES.

Position: Apprentice- Level 3/4

Employment Status: Full-Time

Dealership: OpenRoad Acura Richmond

Department: Service

Compensation: Depends on experience

We are proud of our forward-thinking culture developed over 40 years of continuous improvement initiatives. OpenRoad is one of the largest and fastest-growing automotive retail groups in the country (representing 23 brands across 44 locations) with a shared vision to become the national automotive leader in customer experience. As one of “Canada’s Best Employers” and “Best Managed Companies”, we are looking for team players who are excited to continually learn, work hard, and take ownership of their role.

Our size doesn't define us, our people do. No one is just a number here, everyone matters, and our culture is the foundation of our success.

If you love the idea of joining an organization with unlimited possibilities to accelerate your career, then apply to OpenRoad and grow with us today!

A Career at OpenRoad Means You’ll Enjoy:

• Opportunity to work with a variety of OEM Brands including Acura, Audi, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, GMC, Honda, Jaguar, Jeep, Land Rover, Lexus, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, MINI, Porsche, Ram, Rolls-Royce, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen
• Exclusive perks and benefits, including Tool Subsidy Program, Footwear Subsidy Program, a Discounted Vehicle Purchasing Program, RRSP matching, and referral bonuses
• Comprehensive extended health and dental plan (applicable for full-time positions only)

• Strong focus on training, development, and internal promotion opportunities
• Be part of collaborative, friendly, and progressive work culture with an emphasis on transparency, innovation, relationship, and empowerment
• Be part of a culture that celebrates you through employee recognition programs and engagement events

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive repair orders from dispatch tower/Service Advisor and perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts. Save and tag parts if the job is under warranty or if requested by the customer.
• Examine the vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required.
• Advise Service Advisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the time promised.
• Inform dispatcher when the job is started, finished, or interrupted. Be particularly attentive to repair orders on vehicles marked “RUSH” or “CUSTOMER WAITING”.
• Complete and maintain documentation of work performed.
• Road-test vehicles to quality-check work performed.
• Supervise the work of any apprentice technicians as assigned to you by management.
• Attend factory-sponsored training classes. Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
• Ensure that customers’ cars are kept clean.
• Keep the shop area neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
• Comply with Federal, Provincial and Municipal regulations, such as those governing the disposal ofhazardous wastes
• Assist in creating quotes for additional work required.
• Keep up to date on online training as required
• Follow company safety policies and practices, and immediately, report any and all accidents to aManager/Supervisor.
• This position will be expected to perform other duties as assigned by management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Must be a fully licensed Technician.
• Working knowledge of automotive equipment
• Possess strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills in order to maintain optimal customer satisfaction.
• A highly self-motivated and organized individual.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills to effectively work with other members of the Service Department team.
• Must be committed to consistently delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.
• A valid Canadian driver’s license, and the ability to provide drivers abstract for review.
  

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, inclusion, and respect in the workplace. We are committed to creating opportunities for our associates to learn, advance their careers, and reach their full potential.

Grow Your Career at OpenRoad!

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.