Automotive Service Technician/Journeyperson

Kal Tire; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Automotive Service Technician to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll manage routine maintenance and complex repairs for a variety of vehicles, ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality. The company offers a supportive work environment with structured schedules and ample opportunities for career advancement. With a strong focus on mentorship and collaboration, your contributions will help shape the next generation of mechanics. If you're passionate about the automotive field and eager to grow your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Extended group health benefits

Profit Sharing program

RRSP matching

Paid vacation

Employee discounts on tires and services

Qualifications

• Certified Automotive Service Technician with Red Seal or Licensed Mechanic.
• 3+ years experience in mechanical services and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Perform general mechanical services including routine maintenance and repairs.
• Mentor apprentices and ensure high safety and quality standards.

Skills

Automotive Service Technician

Mechanical Services

Brake and Suspension Repairs

Engine Diagnostics

Mentoring Apprentices

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Education

Automotive Service Technician Journeyperson/Journeyman (Red Seal)

Job description

Location - 1851 LOUGHEED HWY COQUITLAM BC V3K 3T7

Are you looking for a dynamic role as an Automotive Service Technician/Journeyperson/Journeyman? Are you ready to manage routine maintenance and intricate repairs for compact cars and busy light-duty fleets?

You'll perform a wide range of general mechanical services on various vehicles, from routine maintenance to complex repairs. Our focus on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction sets us apart in the industry. If you're ready to be a part of our expanding team, apply now!

Key Highlights of this role:

• General mechanical work.
• Help to build mechanical program.
• Passionate about mentoring apprentices and nurturing the future generation of mechanics.
• Aspired to become a Lead or Head Tech.

Why Kal Tire?

• Our aim is that the career of every team member is supported by quality, leadership, training, and opportunities for advancement.
• Structured work schedule, supportive, and safe work environment.
• This position pays $38.98 per hour depending on experience. We offer a clear path for career advancement with wage increases along the way.
• Extended group health benefits include Dental, vision, prescription, massage therapy, EAP benefits and more.
• Profit Sharing program, RRSP matching, Paid vacation.
• A perks program that offers employee discounts on tires, services and more.

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of general mechanical services, including brake and suspension repairs, engine diagnostics, and routine maintenance.
• Mentor and coach apprentices, sharing your expertise and helping develop their skills in a supportive and learning-focused environment.
• Collaborate with a highly skilled team, working on an array of vehicles, from standard passenger cars to light trucks.
• Assist in identifying potential mechanical opportunities with the Sales team.
• Ensure the highest standards of safety and quality are maintained.

Qualifications and Success

• You're certified as an Automotive Service Technician Journeyperson/Journeyman (Red Seal) or Licensed Mechanic.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in front-end brakes, shocks, and wheel alignment.
• Skilled at inspections, diagnostics, adjustments, service, and repair on a wide variety of vehicles.
• Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach to problem-solving.
• Motivated, Positive attitude, respectful work environment, and work with team members in a positive atmosphere.
• Being safety conscious is of utmost importance - always wear required PPE and follow instructed work protocols.

At Kal Tire, we're dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to succeed. We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives and skills. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Hiring Process

Upon shortlist, you will be contacted by a member of our recruiting team and invited to a telephone interview, successful candidates will then have the opportunity to meet and interview with members of our leadership team over MS Teams and/or in person.

Additionally, as part of our standard hiring process, prospective Team Members at the Job Offer stage will be requested to undergo a Canadian Criminal Record Check; candidates must be legally eligible to work for any Canadian employers to be considered for this position at this time.

About the company

Kal Tire is a wholly owned Canadian company based in Vernon, British Columbia, where it was founded in 1953 by Thomas J.