Licensed Auto Mechanic

OPENLANE; Brampton; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Healthcare benefits with employer HSA/

RRSP match

Promotion-friendly culture

Job summary

OPENLANE is seeking a Red Seal Automotive Service Technician in Brampton, Ontario. You will diagnose, repair, inspect, and maintain vehicles, mentor apprentices, and may work Saturdays.

You will perform general repairs, maintenance, pre/post-sale inspections, and powertrain checks while following safety procedures in a busy shop environment.

Candidates must hold Red Seal (or 310S), dealership experience, OEM diagnostics experience, a valid driver's license, and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Certification (or 310S) required.
• Experience repairing mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems on various vehicles.
• Previous dealership experience preferred.
• Experience with OEM diagnostics.
• Valid drivers license.
• Basic computer skills and smartphone usage.

Responsibilities

• Perform general repairs and inspections, including brakes, exhaust, alignments, ball joints, A/C, and maintenance of auction vehicles.
• Perform maintenance services: oil changes, tire changes, and safety checks.
• Conduct frame inspections of undercarriage for cracks or damage.
• Perform pre- and post-sale inspections including test drives.
• Carry out powertrain checks and complete safety checklists.
• Perform general shop maintenance and assist with vehicle movement for diagnosis.
• Provide guidance to apprentices learning the trade.
• Assist with sourcing parts and providing quotes.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Electrical systems

Electronic systems

OEM Diagnostics

Valid drivers license

Basic computer skills

Education

Red Seal Certification (or 310S in Ontario)

Tools

OEM Diagnostics tools

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.)