Automotive Service Technician - Red Seal

OPENLANE; Richmond; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a skilled Automotive Service Technician to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll leverage your expertise in automotive repair and diagnostics to ensure the highest quality service for customers. You will be responsible for conducting inspections, repairs, and maintenance on a variety of vehicles, while also mentoring apprentice technicians. This position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including employer-paid medical and dental coverage, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth. If you're passionate about the automotive industry and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Employer-paid medical benefits

Employer-paid dental benefits

Employer-paid vision benefits

Paid Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Stock Options

Employee Assistance Program

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)

Qualifications

• High level of knowledge in automotive repair and diagnostics.
• Experience in mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct general mechanical inspections and repairs.
• Complete pre and post sale inspections including test drives.
• Provide guidance to apprentice technicians.

Skills

Automotive repair

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Problem-solving

Education

Red Seal Certification

Automotive Technician Diploma

Tools

Basic computer skills

Smartphone utilization

Job description

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

This range is provided by OPENLANE. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$35.00/hr - CA$40.00/hr

Hourly Rate : $35-$40 - based on experience and certifications

Benefits: After completion of probationary period

Reports to: Mechanical Manager

We Are:

At OPENLANE we make wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful.

We’re a technology company building the world’s most advanced—and uncomplicated—digital marketplace for used vehicles.

We’re a data company helping customers buy and sell smarter with clear, actionable insights they can understand and use.

And we’re an innovation company accelerating the future of wholesale remarketing through curiosity, collaboration, and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Our Values:

Driven Waybuilders. We pursue challenges that inspire us to build, create and innovate.

Relentless Curiosity. We seek to understand and improve our customers’ experience.

Smart Risk-Taking. We transform risk into progress through data, experience, and intuition.

Fearless Ownership. We deliver what we promise and learn along the way .

What We Offer:

Competitive pay

Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits

Immediately Vested RRSP (Canada) with company match

Paid Vacation, Float, and Care Time

Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)

Long Term Disability

Robust Employee Assistance Program through Telus Health

Employer paid Leap into Service Day to volunteer in your community

Tuition Reimbursement for eligible programs

Stock Options at a discounted rate after 6 months of continuous employment

Opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge across a publicly traded, global organization

We are seeking a Red Seal Automotive Service Technician with experience in automotive repair and inspections. You will be involved in diagnosis, repairs, inspections, and maintenance of customer or company vehicles. In this role, you will have the opportunity to use your experience in diagnostics and repair, and may serve as a mentor for apprentice technicians. This role may require flexibility in schedule, including Saturday shifts.

You Are:

Knowledgeable. You have a high level of knowledge and share your expertise to assist other technicians with diagnostics and troubleshooting.

Reliable. You are dependable and can be counted on to complete your tasks as assigned.

Detail-oriented. You have a keen attention to detail and take pride in delivering quality work.

Careful. You are mindful of your surroundings, working safely and carefully.

Organized. You are comfortable working in a fast paced environment, and can prioritize tasks.

You Will:

Complete general repair services by conducting general mechanical inspections and repairs including brake jobs, exhaust system jobs, front end alignments, ball joints, air conditioning, maintenance of auction vehicles and external referrals for transmission work.

Deliver general maintenance services by conducting oil and fluid changes, tire changes, general vehicle check overs and related duties as well as ensuring that all safety procedures are followed

Conduct frame inspections of vehicle undercarriages to ensure no cracks, bends or other damage exists

Complete pre and post sale inspections including test drives

Complete motor vehicle safety inspections by conducting body, frame and damage checks, transmission, differential and overall powertrain checks, and completion of the required safety checklist for confirmation of work completed

Complete general shop maintenance, pulling up vehicles into the shop, and test driving vehicles for diagnosis of repairs required

Provide guidance and assistance to apprentice technicians learning the trade

May assist with sourcing parts & providing quotes to customer

May assist with completing work orders including parts & labor entries

Must Haves:

Experienced in repair and service of mechanical, electrical and electronic systems and components on a variety of vehicles

Basic computer skills & able to utilization of smartphone required

Nice to Haves:

License to complete Motor Vehicle Inspections (MVI) an asset

5+ years experience

Proven ability as a team player

Strong communication and problem-solving skills with a positive and professional attitude

A motivated self-starter who can work in a fast-paced environment

Sound like a match? Apply Now - We can't wait to hear from you!

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by incumbents in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instruction or duties requested by an authorized person. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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