Automotive Technician

Aplin; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Aplin is seeking an Automotive Technician for a rural role in scenic cottage country. This position emphasizes diagnosing and repairing light-duty vehicles and recreational equipment, offering a stable work schedule with a comprehensive benefits package. Ideal candidates should have a Red Seal certification or equivalent and demonstrate a strong customer-focused approach. Join a dynamic team and enjoy a career that blends skills with a love for the outdoors.

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage with paid overtime

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employee discounts on parts and services

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in a commercial shop or dealership.
• Confident with diagnostics and repairs on vehicles and recreational equipment.
• Valid Class 5 Manitoba driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain light-duty vehicles and power sport equipment.
• Perform routine services and complex work including power-train and electrical.
• Use diagnostic tools and communicate findings to customers.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Customer-first attitude

Education

Automotive Service Technician — Red Seal certification

Diploma/Degree in Automotive or Power Sports Technology

Job description

Automotive Technician - relocation
Based in scenic cottage country—approximately a two hour drive from Winnipeg, MB

Why Join?

• Stable Schedule:This is primarily aMonday to Friday, daytime position, withpaid overtimeavailable during busier periods.
• Long?term security:Permanent, year?round position with a comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, disability, and employer?matched RRSP).
• Small?town quality of life:Live or commute to a friendly lakes and pines community that feels worlds away.

What You’ll Do

• Diagnose, repair, and maintainlight-duty vehicles(gasoline and diesel), as well aspower sport equipment, includingboats, ATVs/quads, and snowmobiles.
• Perform routine services (oil changes, brakes, alignments, tires) and more complex power?train, electrical, and drivability work.
• Use computerized diagnostic tools, technical service bulletins, and OEM manuals to pinpoint issues efficiently.
• Communicate clearly explaining findings, outlining repair options.
• Complete digital work orders and ensure parts are accurately recorded for inventory control.
• Participate in regular shop safety meetings and keep your bay and shared spaces clean and organized.
• Work collaboratively within the team and stay current with industry training.

What You Bring

• Education:Automotive Service Technician?—?Red Seal certification (or provincial equivalent)ORdiploma/degree in a related field (e.g., Automotive or Power Sports Technology).
• Experience:1+?years in a commercial shop, dealership, or high?volume independent garage; confident with diagnostics, repair, and maintenance on both vehicles and recreational equipment.
• Licenses/Compliance:Valid Class?5 Manitoba driver’s license.
• Soft skills:Strong troubleshooting mindset, attention to detail, and customer?first attitude; able to thrive in a small team where versatility and reliability matter.
• Ability to lift 50?lbs, stand/bend for extended periods, and work in occasional cold or hot conditions typical of a shop environment.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with paid over time; option for piece work if you prefer.
• Health, dental, and vision?insurance.
• Employee discounts on parts, accessories, and service.

Enjoy a career where your skills go beyond the road—into lakes, trails, and the open outdoors.

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.