automotive mechanic

Government of Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Edmonton is looking for an Automotive Service Technician to perform inspections, repairs, and maintenance on vehicles. The ideal candidate will hold the Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification and have 2+ years of experience. Responsibilities include road testing vehicles and estimating repair costs. The position requires working on-site in a workshop with conditions that may include dust and noise. Comprehensive benefits package is offered, including health and dental plans.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Disability benefits

Vision care benefits

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years experience.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to work in dusty and noisy environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults.
• Road test motor vehicles.
• Estimate parts and labour costs for maintenance.
• Provide maintenance and repairs to automotive systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Accuracy

Dependability

Flexibility

Reliability

Punctuality

Education

Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification

Other trades certificate or diploma

Tools

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Noisy

Work setting

• Workshop

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Test and adjust units to specifications
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed

Credentials

• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification

Experience and specialization

• Engine repair
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Hydraulic system
• Fuel and emission system
• Ignition and electrical system
• Automatic transmission
• Engine repair and overhaul
• Front end components

Additional information

• Security and safety: Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Standing for extended periods

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Punctuality

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available