Apprentice Technician

Budds' Group of Companies; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Mazda dealership in Kitchener is seeking a motivated Apprentice to join their busy service department. As a 3rd or 4th year apprentice, you will complete repairs, engage in factory training, and work alongside experienced professionals. The role offers a supportive, family-owned environment with competitive pay and various benefits including a company pension plan and paid training periods.

Benefits

Company pension plan with employer RRSP match

Extended health benefits

Paid time for training

Family-owned business with positive work environment

Mazda factory and in-house training provided

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Ontario Driver's License.
• Punctual and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Complete repairs and services as per assigned repair orders.
• Road test motor vehicles and test automotive systems.
• Review work orders and discuss with service advisors.
• Provide repair and servicing recommendations.
• Utilize computer to document repair progress.
• Stay up-to-date on factory training and requirements.

Skills

Detail oriented

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Registered 3rd/4th year apprentice

Job description

Overview

Kieswetter Mazda is looking to add to our growing service department. As southwest Ontario's largest Mazda dealer, our shop is always busy. Join our team as our newest Apprentice.

Benefits

• One of the top performing and established Mazda dealers in Canada
• Company pension plan with employer RRSP match
• Extended health benefits
• Competitive wages with paid time for training
• Long-term service manager
• Family-owned business with positive work environment
• Mazda factory and in-house training provided - TRAINING IS PAID!

Qualifications

• Registered 3rd/4th year apprentice
• Must hold a valid Ontario Driver's License
• Detail oriented, and problem-solving skills
• Punctual and reliable
• Strong communication skills and computer literacy

Responsibilities

• Complete repairs and services as per assigned repair orders, using hand tools and other specialized automotive repair equipment
• Road test motor vehicles and test automotive systems using diagnostic tools
• Review work orders and discuss worth with service advisors
• Provide repair and servicing recommendations to service advisors and discuss parts availability with parts department
• Utilize computer to punch on and off jobs and document repair progress and diagnoses
• Stay up-to-date on factory training, recall notices, service actions and other manufacturer requirements

Wages and Hours

• Flat rate hourly pay, negotiable based on experience
• Monday to Thursday, 8am - 5:30pm
• Friday, 8am - 4:30pm
• Saturday shifts during spring / fall tire season (4-8 per year)

If you want to be part of a long-term, experienced, top performing dealership, please consider joining the Kieswetter Mazda Service team!