automotive service technician

Yellowknife Motors; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local automotive service provider in Yellowknife is seeking an Automotive Technician. The ideal candidate must have 3-5 years of experience and a Registered Apprenticeship certificate. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing automotive systems, completing maintenance services, and advising customers on repairs. This position requires on-site work with no remote options.

Benefits

Group insurance benefits

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years experience in automotive repair.
• Registered Apprenticeship certificate or equivalent experience required.
• Ability to perform diagnostics and repairs on various automotive systems.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders and road test vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair automotive systems.
• Estimate costs for repairs and advise customers.

Skills

Engine repair

Electrical and electronic system

4-wheel drive

Diagnostics

Brake system

Fuel and emission system

Adjustment and repair of automotive parts

Education

Registered Apprenticeship certificate

Equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Registered Apprenticeship certificate
• or equivalent experience

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

• Review work orders
• Road test motor vehicles
• Test automotive systems and components
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer\'s specifications
• 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

Area of specialization

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

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

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