Automotive Technician

YMCA; Owen Sound; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community employment service is seeking a Technician for maintaining and repairing vehicles. The ideal candidate will ensure client safety and satisfaction while contributing to the success of the Service Department. Requirements include a valid technician license, strong mechanical aptitude, and excellent communication skills. This role is located in Owen Sound, Canada and is vital for supporting local clients.

Qualifications

• Fully Licensed Technician or 2 or 3 year Apprentice.
• Strong product knowledge and willing to complete required programs.
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair and service clients’ vehicles.
• Ensure client safety and satisfaction.
• Contribute to the overall success of the Service Department.

Skills

Technical & mechanical repairs

Verbal & written communication

Time management

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

College Diploma or Trade School Certificate in Automotive Studies

Valid Automotive Service Technician (310S)

Job description

Overview

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By Y Employment Services

Posted Date: Posted 3 days ago

Application Deadline Date: October 17, 2025

Responsibilities

The Technician is responsible for maintaining, repairing and servicing clients’ vehicles ensuring client safety, satisfaction and contributing to the overall success of our Service Department while upholding the Dealerships standards and values.

Qualifications

• Fully Licensed Technician or 2 or 3 year Apprentice
• Strong aptitude of technical & mechanical repairs
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong product knowledge and/or willing to obtain
• Organized and attention to detail
• Results oriented, accountable, reliable and punctual
• Able to operate manual and automatic transmission
• Basic computer skills

Education & Experience

• College Diploma or Trade School Certificate in Automotive Studies or equivalent
• Strong product knowledge and/or willing to complete required programs
• Valid Automotive Service Technician (310S) or 2 or 3 year Apprentice
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• Strong aptitude of technical/mechanical repairs
• Minimum two years experience as an Automotive Technician

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