automotive mechanic

Coast Tire & Auto Service; Truro; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Automotive Service Technician to join their team in Truro. This full-time position involves hands-on work adjusting, repairing, and replacing components of various automotive and truck systems, ensuring high-quality service and customer satisfaction. The role offers a chance to contribute to a greener future through eco-friendly practices, while also providing opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a skilled technician with a passion for automotive systems and client service, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a difference in your community.

Benefits

Disability benefits

Bonus

Life insurance

Maternity and parental benefits

Free parking available

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Qualifications

• Certification as an Automotive Service Technician is essential.
• Client-focused with strong reliability and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Adjust, repair, or replace parts of commercial transport truck systems.
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions.
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements.

Skills

Client focus

Flexibility

Judgement

Reliability

Team player

Punctuality

Accurate

Education

Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification

Tools

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

• Location: 20 McClures Mills Rd. Truro, NS B2N 7A1
• Salary: $32.00 to $39.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time
• Overtime: Morning, 08:00 to 17:00
• Starts as soon as possible
• Source: Job Bank #3234802

Overview

The employer stated that this position is a green job because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.

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

Responsibilities

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
• 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
• Review work orders
• Test automotive systems and components
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
• Coach and instruct apprentices
• Provide customer service

Minimum Requirements

Credentials

• Automotive Service Technician (Steering, Suspension and Brakes) Trade Certification

Experience and Specialization

• Electrical and electronic system
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Fuel and emission system
• Ignition and electrical system
• Front end components
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system

Additional Information

Security and Safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/Travel Information

• Valid driver's licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye coordination
• Standing for extended periods

Own Tools/Equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal Suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Punctuality

Benefits

• Disability benefits
• Bonus
• Life insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits
• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Who Can Apply to This Job?

Only apply to this job if:

• You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
• You have a valid Canadian work permit.

If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised Until

2025-03-16

Important Notice: This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.