Licensed Auto Mechanic

AFC Automotive Finance Corporation; Brampton; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employer HSA contributions (US) and FS

Immediately vested RRSP with company‑m

Internal promotions and career growth

Job summary

OPENLANE is seeking a Red Seal Automotive Service Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain customer or company vehicles in a fast-paced shop environment in Canada. You will mentor apprentices and ensure safety standards and procedures are followed while delivering quality workmanship.

The role may require weekend shifts and flexibility to support auction vehicle maintenance and inspections. Prior dealership experience and strong diagnostic skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Red Seal certification or Ontario 310S required.
• Experience repairing mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems.
• Dealership experience preferred.
• Experience with OEM diagnostics.
• Valid driver's license.
• Basic computer skills and smartphone use.

Responsibilities

• Perform general repair and maintenance including brakes, exhaust, alignments, and suspension inspections.
• Conduct oil changes, tire changes, fluid checks, and safety procedures.
• Carry out frame inspections and pre/post-sale inspections.
• Complete safety checklists and diagnose powertrain issues.
• Assist apprentices and mentor junior technicians.
• Assist with sourcing parts, quotes, and work orders.

Skills

Diagnostics

Vehicle maintenance

Electrical systems

Education

Red Seal 310S

Tools

OEM Diagnostics

Job description

Who We Are:
At OPENLANE we make wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful.

What We Offer:

• - Competitive pay
• - Medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions (US) and FSA options (US)
• - Immediately vested 401K (US) or RRSP (Canada) with company match
• - Opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge across a publicly traded, global organization
• - Company culture of internal promotions, diverse career paths, and meaningful advancement

We’re looking for:

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:

• - Red Seal Automotive Service Technician Certification (or 310S in Ontario) required.
• - Experienced in repair and service of mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems and components on a variety of vehicles
• - Previous Dealership experience
• - Experience with OEM Diagnostics
• - Valid Drivers’ License
• - 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

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.

Compensation Range of

Hourly: $37.50 - $40.00 CAD

(Depending on experience, skill set, qualifications, and other relevant factors.)