Licensed Automotive Mechanic (310S)

Openlane; Canada; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

RRSP with company match

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

OPENLANE is seeking a Licensed Technician (310S) in Canada to diagnose, repair, inspect and maintain customer or company vehicles, with potential mentorship for apprentices and Saturday shifts.

You will perform brakes, exhaust, alignments, A/C, frame inspections, post‑sale inspections and safety checks, while providing quotes and maintaining safety standards. Tools are required from you.

Qualifications

• Licensed 310S Technician certification required.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems on various vehicles.
• Valid G Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Basic computer skills and smartphone usage.
• Owning your own tools is required.

Responsibilities

• Complete general repair services including brakes, exhaust, alignments, ball joints, A/C, and maintenance.
• Perform general maintenance such as oil changes and tire changes, and ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Conduct frame inspections of undercarriages for cracks or damage.
• Complete pre- and post-sale inspections including test drives.
• Complete motor vehicle safety checks: body, frame, transmission, powertrain, and safety checklist.
• Assist with sourcing parts and quotes; help with work orders.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Mechanical repair

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Mentoring apprentices

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

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 Licensed Technician (310S) 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

• 310S Licensed Technician Certification required.
• Experienced in repair and service of mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems and components on a variety of vehicles.
• Valid G Drivers’ License and Clean Driving Record.
• Basic computer skills & able to utilization of smartphone required.
• Must have their own tools.

Nice to Haves

• License to complete Motor Vehicle Inspections (MVI) an asset.
• 3 - 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with OEM Diagnostics.
• Previous Dealership experience.
• 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: $35.00 - $40.00 CAD (Depending on experience, skill set, qualifications, and other relevant factors.)

About OPENLANE

OPENLANE makes wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful. Our end-to-end platform serves the remarketing needs of the world’s largest OEMs, dealers, fleet operators, rental companies and financial institutions. We’re a technology company delivering next generation tools to accelerate and simplify remarketing. We’re an analytics company leveraging data to inform and empower our customers with clear, actionable insights. And we’re an auction company powering the world’s most advanced digital used vehicle marketplaces.

In 2021, OPENLANE sold nearly 2.6 million vehicles valued at over $40 billion through our auctions and generated approximately $2.3 billion in revenue.

Our integrated digital marketplaces and vehicle logistics centers reduce risk, improve transparency and streamline the experience for customers in about 75 countries. OPENLANE continues to make investments in innovation, strategic acquisitions and integrations to better serve our customers.

Headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, OPENLANE has about 5,000 employees and maintains business units across North America, Europe, the Philippines and Uruguay. Together, the OPENLANE brands provide a complete remarketing solution for our customers.

OPENLANE is an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace.