automotive mechanic

Gauthier Buick GMC; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive service center in Winnipeg is looking for a skilled automotive technician with 3 to 5 years of experience. Responsibilities include inspecting and testing mechanical units, advising customers, and performing repairs on various vehicle systems. Candidates must hold relevant certifications and have excellent communication skills. Competitive benefits include dental and group insurance.

Benefits

Dental plan

Group insurance benefits

Piece work

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years experience in automotive service.
• Valid driver's licence required.
• Ability to drive manual transmission vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults.
• Adjust, repair or replace parts of automotive systems.
• Advise customers on work performed.

Skills

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Reliability

Team player

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Motor Vehicle Inspector Certificate

Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate

Tools

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
  
  

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

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

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Review work orders
• 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
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
  
  

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Motor Vehicle Inspector Certificate
• Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate
  
  

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

• Engine repair
• 4-wheel drive
• Electrical and electronic system
• Diesel engines
• Diagnostics
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Fuel and emission system
• Ignition and electrical system
• Automatic transmission
• Engine repair and overhaul
• Drive train components
• 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
• Drive manual transmission vehicle
  
  

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
  
  

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Reliability
• Team player
  
  

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
  
  

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Piece work