Licensed Automotive Technician

Clutch Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 46,838 - 53,726; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Signing bonus of $3,000 after probation

Top-of-market compensation packages

Job summary

A leading online used car retailer is seeking a Licensed Automotive Service Technician in Toronto. This critical role involves performing vehicle inspections, diagnostics, and maintenance to ensure high mechanical standards. Candidates should hold a 310s certification and possess experience with various car brands. The position offers a competitive wage of $34.00 to $39.00, alongside comprehensive benefits starting from day one. Autonomy, influence in the workforce, and a supportive company culture are key aspects of this role.

Qualifications

• Must hold a 310s Red Seal or equivalent certification.
• Experience with various car brands (domestic and European) is required.
• Comfortable working in a shop environment and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform standardized vehicle inspections and diagnostics.
• Conduct Ontario Provincial Safety Inspections.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on vehicles.
• Document repairs and communicate with the team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Team player

Customer service orientation

Problem resolution

Education

310s Red Seal or equivalent certification

Tools

Advanced diagnostic tools

Google Drive

Slack

Job description

About Clutch

We’re on a mission to reinvent the way people buy, sell, and own cars. Are you game?

Clutch is Canada’s largest online used car retailer, delivering a seamless, hassle‑free car buying and selling experience to drivers everywhere. Customers can browse hundreds of cars from the comfort of their home, get the right one delivered to their door, and enjoy peace of mind with our 10‑Day Money‑Back Guarantee… and that’s just the beginning.

Named two years in a row to the Globe & Mail’s list of the Top Growing Companies in Canada and awarded spots on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 50™ and Fast 500™ lists, we’re looking to add curious, hard‑working, and driven individuals to our growing team.

Headquartered in Toronto, Clutch was founded in 2017 and currently services Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island. Clutch is backed by a number of world‑class investors, including D1 Capital, Canaan, Real Ventures, BrandProject, and Upper90. To learn more, visit clutch.ca.

About the role

Clutch is looking for a Licensed Automotive Service Technician to join our team!

A $3,000 signing bonus will be paid after the 3‑month probationary period. We’re looking for all‑star licensed automotive mechanic talent to help ensure that all of our vehicles are up to our high mechanical standards. Working alongside our reconditioning team, you will perform vehicle inspections, maintenance work, and repairs across a range of systems.

What you’ll do

• Perform Clutch standardized vehicle inspections (stationary and road tests)
• Diagnose and assess vehicle issues and damage
• Perform Ontario Provincial Safety Inspections
• Make recommendations about vehicle repairs and the best course of action
• Perform repairs and preventative maintenance such as oil changes, suspension and brake jobs
• Create and maintain documentation of repairs, inspections, and estimates
• Ensure vehicles meet Clutch’s mechanical and safety standards
• Communicate vehicle status, repair needs, and completion timelines
• Use diagnostic tools and shop systems (e.g., Google Drive, Slack)
• Contribute to continuous improvement of mechanical procedures
• Metrics/measurement of success include inspection thoroughness, repair quality, safety compliance, turnaround time, and documentation accuracy

What we’re looking for

• 310s Red Seal or equivalent certification or training
• Experience working with a variety of car brands (domestic, import & European)
• Team player above all else
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and prioritize competing demands
• Desire to learn new skills
• Comfortable using technology (Google Drive, Slack, etc.)
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driver’s abstract
• Able to commit to a full‑time schedule of 40 hours per week, including overtime based on business needs.

Other items to note

• Communication, problem resolution/analysis, customer service orientation
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Working conditions in a shop environment

It’d be great if you have

• Experience with advanced diagnostic tools
• Previous work in re‑conditioning, dealership, or high‑volume inspection environments

Why you’ll love it at Clutch

• Autonomy & ownership – opportunity to build your process and influence the company workforce at every level
• Help shape the future of car buying and selling in Canada by leading a critical part of our vehicle quality process
• Broad and direct ownership over mechanical standards and vehicle readiness during a phase of rapid growth
• Dedicated to attracting and retaining top talent with top‑of‐market compensation packages
• Above market health & dental benefits

Employment Type

• Existing, Permanent Full-Time

Compensation & Benefits

• Wage: $34.00 - $39.00
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits plans include healthcare, dental care, vision care, prescriptions, life insurance, and dependent coverage; start from day 1. (Applicable for Permanent Full-Time)
• Pay decisions reflect objective criteria: skills, performance, market benchmarking, responsibilities, and working conditions

Clutch is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have an opportunity to succeed. If you require accommodation at any stage of the interview process, please email [e-mail].