Apprentice Technician- OpenRoad Honda Burnaby

Jobless; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 30,000; 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 Honda Burnaby in Burnaby, BC is seeking an Apprentice in the Service department. This full-time role offers growth within a large automotive group and exposure to multiple OEM brands.

You will support repair orders, liaise with parts, and help ensure repairs meet factory standards while you learn on the job and develop diagnostic skills.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of automotive equipment.
• Ability to diagnose and solve problems.
• Motivated self-starter with good organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills for teamwork.
• Willingness to work Saturdays and learn on the job.

Responsibilities

• Receive repair orders and perform work per repair order.
• Coordinate with parts to obtain needed components.
• Inspect vehicles to identify required safety or service work.
• Save and tag parts for warranty or customer requests.
• Notify Service Advisor if extra work or delays arise.
• Maintain documentation of work performed and results.
• Road-test vehicles to verify quality of repairs.
• Attend factory training and keep up with bulletins.
• Keep the work area clean and safe; follow safety policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Automotive knowledge

Diagnostic skills

Self-motivated

Organized

Interpersonal skills

Saturdays availability

Job description

DRIVING POSSIBILITIES.

Position: Apprentice

Employment Status: Full-Time

Dealership: OpenRoad Honda Burnaby

Department: Service

Compensation: $19 -$22 per hour

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, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Examine the vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required.
• Save and tag parts if the job is under warranty or if requested by the customer.
• 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 job is started, finished, or interrupted. Be particularly attentive to Repair Orders on vehicles marked “RUSH” or “CUSTOMER WAITING”.
• Maintain documentation of work performed.
• Road-test vehicles to quality-check work performed, report any discrepancies to Service Manager.
• Attend factory-sponsored training classes. Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
• Ensure that customers’ cars are kept clean.
• Keep shop area neat, clean and free of safety hazards.
• Comply with Federal, Provincial and Municipal regulations, such as those governing the disposal of hazardous wastes.
• Follow company safety policies and practices, and immediately, report any and all accidents to a Manager/Supervisor.
• This position will be expected to perform other duties as assigned by management.
• OpenRoad reserves the right to modify this job description as business needs require.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Working knowledge of automotive equipment.
• Possess strong diagnostic and problem solving skills to ensure delivery of high quality work.
• 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 British Columbia driver’s license, with clean drivers abstract
• Be available to work shift Saturdays.

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.