Automotive service technician

eClassify Canada Classified Directory; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 106,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental health spending

Tool allowance after 1 year

Company discounts

Uniforms provided

PPE provided

Relocation transportation costs

Job summary

Midas Auto Services in Edmonton is seeking a full-time automotive technician to diagnose, repair and maintain a wide range of vehicle systems. You will use diagnostic tools, perform road tests, and ensure repairs meet manufacturer specs.

Responsibilities include advising customers, coaching apprentices, and completing service reports. Valid driver’s license and multiple years of experience required. Flexible schedule and overtime may apply.

Qualifications

• Completion of secondary school is required.
• Completion of over six years of work experience and industry courses in automotive technology is required to be eligible for trade certification.
• A valid driver’s license (class 5) is required for vehicle testing and driving.
• Experience in diagnose and repair of passenger cars, SUV’s and light trucks is required.
• Experience with scan tools, hand tools, and automotive repair procedures is required.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor.
• Inspect motor in operation, road test motor vehicle, and test automotive systems and components using computerized diagnostic and other testing devices to diagnose and isolate faults.
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems including fuel system, brakes, steering and suspension, engine and drive train, emission control and exhaust, cooling and climate control, and electrical and electronic systems using hand tools and other specialized automotive repair equipment.
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer’s performance specifications.
• Perform scheduled maintenance service, such as oil changes, lubrications, tune ups, mount and balance tires, wheel alignments.
• Advise customers on work performed, general vehicle condition and future repair requirements.
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions.
• Diagnose faults and malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit.
• Test and adjust repairs to specifications.
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed.
• Coach and instruct apprentices.
• Provide customer service.

Skills

Diagnostic testing

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Customer service orientation

Education

Secondary school completion

Trade certification eligibility

Tools

Scan tools

Hand tools

Job description

Business information:

Midas Auto Services offers complete auto care for your vehicle: expert brake repair, scheduled car maintenance, exhaust repair, new tires, oil change, steering repair, suspension systems repair, wheel alignment, and more.

Business Address:

16126 Stony Plain Road NW, Edmonton, AB T5P 4A2

Work Location:

3408 99 St., Edmonton, AB T6E 5X5

Type of Employment:

Full Time– Permanent

Estimated Start Date:

As soon as possible

Job Description:

Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor

Inspect motor in operation, road test motor vehicle, and test automotive systems and components using computerized diagnostic and other testing devices to diagnose and isolate faults

Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems including fuel system, brakes, steering and suspension, engine and drive train, emission control and exhaust, cooling and climate control, and electrical and electronic systems using hand tools and other specialized automotive repair equipment

Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer’s performance specifications

Perform scheduled maintenance service, such as oil changes, lubrications, tune ups, mount and balance tires, wheel alignments

Advise customers on work performed, general vehicle condition and future repair requirements

Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions

Diagnose faults and malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit

Test and adjust repairs to specifications

Complete reports to record problems and work performed

Coach and instruct apprentices

Provide customer service

Requirements:

Completion of secondary school is required.

Completion of over six years of work experience and industry courses in automotive technology is required to be eligible for trade certification.

A valid driver’s license (class 5) is required for vehicle testing and driving.

Experience in diagnose and repair of passenger cars, SUV’s and light trucks is required.

Experience with scan tools, hand tools, and automotive repair procedures is required.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Fast-paced environment, Attention to detail, Manual dexterity, Standing for extended periods, Tight deadlines, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Bending, crouching, kneeling.

Personal Suitability

Accurate, Client focus, Excellent oral communication, Flexibility, Judgement, Reliability, Team player, Initiative, Efficient interpersonal skills, Organized.

Language:

English is required.

Salary:

Flat rate is $50.00 per hour, 43 hours per week

Benefits:

100% medical and dental health spending account is provided. Tool and work boot allowance after 1 year is provided. Company discounts, uniforms, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are provided by the employer. Transportation costs covered if worker needs to relocate.

Important information:

Flexibility on schedule is required. Our business operating hours are from Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The worker will be required to work 9 hours per day, 4 days during weekdays (Monday to Friday); and 7 hours on weekends (Saturday). Overtime may be required based on the business’ needs.