automotive service technician

Northland Ford; Canada; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established automotive company in Canada is seeking an experienced automotive technician. Responsibilities include adjusting, repairing, and maintaining vehicle systems, advising customers, and ensuring compliance with manufacturer specifications. The ideal candidate will have a Registered Apprenticeship certificate or equivalent experience. This position offers 40 hours of work per week and group insurance benefits, with additional support for newcomers and youths.

Benefits

Group insurance benefits

On-the-job training for youth

Mentorship programs for newcomers

Qualifications

• 3 to less than 5 years of experience in automotive repair.

Responsibilities

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems.
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications.
• Estimate parts and labour costs for maintenance and repairs.
• Perform scheduled maintenance services.
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements.
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed.

Skills

Engine repair

Electrical and electronic systems

Diagnostics

Alignment, steering and suspension

Brake systems

Fuel and emission systems

Ignition and electrical systems

Automatic transmission

Drive train components

Education

Registered Apprenticeship certificate or equivalent experience

Job description

Education :

• Registered Apprenticeship certificate or equivalent experience

Tasks :

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
• Estimate parts and labour costs to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs
• Perform scheduled maintenance services
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed

Area of specialization :

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

Experience :

• 3 to less than 5 years

Financial benefits :

• Group insurance benefits

Support for newcomers and refugees :

• Assists with immediate settlement needs (housing, transportation, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
• Supports social and labour market integration (community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers displaced by conflicts or natural disasters (e.g., Ukraine, Afghanistan)
• Supports foreign credential recognition
• Offers mentorship programs pairing newcomers with experienced employees
• Does not require Canadian work experience

Support for youths :

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

Duration of employment: Permanent

Work language: English

Work hours: 40 hours per week