Licensed Automotive Technician

Canadian Tire - Bayers Lake, Halifax ( Store 465); Halifax; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing

Health and dental benefits

Employee discount program

Job summary

Canadian Tire Bayers Lake is seeking a licensed automotive technician to join our high‑volume service team. You will perform inspections, diagnostics, and repairs, while delivering top‑tier customer service in a fast‑paced environment.

Under the leadership of an experienced service manager, you will provide accurate estimates, mentor apprentices, and uphold our standards for quality, safety, and efficiency. An ideal candidate holds Red Seal certification and a clean driver's abstract.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current automobile technology.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced retail automotive environment.
• Experience in a Canadian Tire Auto Service Centre is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle inspections, diagnostics and repairs with accuracy.
• Provide accurate estimates and reports for all work performed.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety policies and store policies.
• Mentor apprentices and share knowledge with staff.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and build trust with customers.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Red Seal Inter Provincial Certification

CFC Handling Certification

Valid Driver’s license with clean abstract

Tools

CoStar

Job description

Licensed Automotive Technician

Canadian Tire Bayers Lake, Halifax – Store465

This high profile and growth oriented Halifax store has a constructive and goal oriented culture for the staff. Management is focused on building a high performance team that strives for being productive and efficient in all routines, projects and customer service. The vision and culture is to have a team that truly values coaching and execution of best practices and to become recognized amongst the best in retail operations, productivity and customer service. The store places a focus on health & safety and our culture is fully committed to attract, retain and develop excellent employees and promote from within. Goal oriented individuals interested in an exciting retail career that supports their development and have great work ethic and habits combined with a positive attitude should apply. We have a high volume, flat rate shop, with a fair work share policy operating in a team environment.

Summary

At Canadian Tire Bayers Lake, our auto service department is guided by a highly respected and experienced leader with over 40 years in the automotive industry. His deep expertise in diagnostics, electrical systems, brakes, A/C, and custom installations sets a professional standard that licensed technicians appreciate and thrive under.

This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to work alongside a manager who leads by example, values integrity and efficiency, and fosters a collaborative, supportive shop culture. Technicians here are trusted, respected, and given the mentorship and tools they need to grow and succeed.

If you’re a licensed tech looking to be part of a top-tier team where your skills matter; your work is valued and you are looking for a shop experiencing growth, we’d love to meet you!

Responsibilities & Tasks

Customer Service

• Provides an excellent customer experience by ensuring an ongoing commitment to the needs of the customer and their vehicle.
• Explains procedures and repairs and any additional maintenance work required to customers in an effort to attain a trusting relationship and long-term retention.
• Liaises with Management/Service Advisors/Installers and Back Parts Window Associate to ensure a smooth flow of communication during repairs or maintenance work and that all commitments are achieved.
• Provides accurate estimates and written vehicle reports for all work performed.
• Provides quality workmanship to meet or exceed industry standards.
• Performs tasks in compliance with industry flat rate time allowances.
• Ensures that an unsafe vehicle is reported to management and the vehicle owner.
• Ensures vehicles are kept clean and free of damage by using seat covers and floor mats.
• Provides business card to each customer.
• Retains used parts for the customer on request.
• Shares ideas and suggestions to improve the customer experience in the Automotive Service Centre.
• Deals with challenging situations in a professional manner.

Operations

• Performs accurate and complete vehicle inspections, diagnostics and repairs.
• Performs daily bay inspections in order to ensure shop neatness/cleanliness.
• Instructs monitors and verifies work completed by apprentices. Shares skill set and knowledge with staff members.
• Estimates cost and time for service and repair needs on the customer’s vehicle to Service Advisor.
• Completes and reviews repair orders and vehicle inspection reports with customers and/or service advisors.
• Maintains company and personally-owned equipment and tools, as required.
• Remains current with up-to-date knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repair of most domestic and imported vehicles.
• Performs road tests in compliance with store policy.
• Is respectful of all shop tools and equipment.
• Participates in meetings and all training as required and listens to feedback to improve their own abilities.
• Complies with company, store and Automotive Service Centre policies.
• Abides by all health and safety programs and regulations. Reports any observed or potential hazards immediately.
• Uses professional language and maintains a professional appearance (e.g., uniform, hygiene, grooming and name tag) when interacting with others.
• Completes other tasks, as required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of current automobile technology.
• Red Seal Inter Provincial Certification
• CFC Handling Certification
• Valid Driver’s license with clean abstract for the province of employment.
• Ability to work effectively with computerized systems.
• Good working knowledge of CoStar is considered an asset.
• Experience in a similar role, in a Canadian Tire Auto Service Centre, is considered an asset.

Successful candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:

• Strong orientation towardscustomer service excellence.
• Strong belief in the Canadian Tire Values ofhonesty, integrity and respect.
• Ability to serve customers in aprofessional mannerand to inspire their confidence and trust.
• Ability to work effectively in afast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• Strong communication skills, ability to listen carefully and to give precise instructions.
• Aptitude for building and maintaininginterpersonal relations, both with customers and coworkers.
• Ability toplan, organize, delegate and follow-upon daily tasks.
• Ability toresolve problems and make decisions.
• Ability towork in ateam environment to achieve common goals.
• Ability toadaptandcope with pressure.
• Entrepreneurial and results oriented.

Potential Career Opportunities

• Next levels: Service Advisor, Department Manager and Service Manager.
• Other automotiveopportunities in a large network of more than 485 Canadian Tire Automotive Service Centres across the country.
• Careeropportunities across the larger Canadian Tire family (Canadian Tire Petroleum, PartSource, Mark’s, FGL Sports Ltd, Canadian Tire Corporation Limited and Canadian Tire Financial Services).

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

In compliance with the store’s Health and Safety Policies and Procedures:

• Standing/walking for 8 hours.
• Lifting and/or carrying of merchandise items, as required, on a regular, frequent and unassisted basis. Merchandise items may vary in weight from "light" to "heavy".
• Lifting and turning repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Lifting above the shoulder, from floor to shoulder and floor to waist.
• Going up and down a ladder while carrying merchandise.
• Walking and carrying things at the same time and pushing/pulling, as required.
• Twisting, turning, reaching and working above shoulder level.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, depending on experience
• Profit Sharing
• Health and dental benefits
• Employee discount program

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all.

If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process.