automotive service technician

Harwood Ford; Brooks; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local automotive service provider in Brooks is seeking an Automotive Service Technician. The role involves diagnosing and repairing various vehicle systems and providing exceptional customer service. Applicants must hold relevant certification and have 3 to 5 years of experience. The position offers competitive health benefits and tools required for the job. This is a permanent position with an expected work schedule of 35 to 48 hours per week.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

On-the-job training for youth

Mentorship for newcomers

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders.
• Road test motor vehicles.
• Test automotive systems and components.
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components.
• Estimate parts and labour cost for maintenance.
• Perform scheduled maintenance service.
• Advise customers on work performed.
• Complete reports on problems and work performed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Client focus

Dependability

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Education

Registered Apprenticeship certificate

Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Duration of employment: Permanent

Working language: English

Working hours: 35 to 48 hours per week

Education

• Registered Apprenticeship certificate
• or equivalent experience

Tasks

• Review work orders
• Road test motor vehicles
• Test automotive systems and components
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification

Area of specialization

• Engine repair
• Electrical and electronic system
• Diesel engines
• Diagnostics
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Fuel and emission system
• Ignition and electrical system
• Automatic transmission
• Drive train components

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers and / or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example : Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Supports newcomers and / or refugees with foreign credential recognition
• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and / or refugees with experienced employees
• Does not require Canadian work experience

Support for youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for youth