Licensed Automotive Technician Kia Vaughan Vaughan, ON

Dilawri Group of Companies; Vaughan; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted employee vehicle purchase

Manufacturer training programs

Comprehensive health and dental plans

Employee wellness programs

Employee social events

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Dilawri Group of Companies in Ontario is actively seeking a Licensed Automotive Technician to join the opening team at Kia Vaughan. You will diagnose, service, and repair customer vehicles in line with manufacturer specifications and dealership standards.

The role offers a pay range of CAD 36.00–40.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications, with opportunities for training and career advancement within Canada's largest automotive group.

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario Automotive Service Technician Certificate of Qualification—310S.
• Minimum of three years of experience as a licensed technician in a fast-paced automotive environment is preferred.
• Valid Ontario driver’s licence with at least three years of licensed driving experience and a clean driver’s abstract.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs in accordance with manufacturer specifications and dealership procedures.
• Conduct thorough vehicle inspections to identify mechanical, electrical, safety, and maintenance concerns.
• Use diagnostic tools and equipment to accurately identify and resolve complex vehicle issues.
• Review repair orders and complete all assigned work accurately and within established timelines.
• Communicate repair recommendations and technical information to Service Advisors.
• Complete warranty repairs in accordance with manufacturer policies and documentation requirements.

Skills

Diagnostic tools

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Ontario Automotive Service Technician Certificate of Qualification—310S

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Repair tools

Job description

An exciting new chapter is beginning at DilawriGroup of Companies.

As we prepare to open Kia Vaughan at 9088 JaneStreet in Vaughan, Ontario, we are looking for an experiencedandquality-driven Licensed Automotive Service Technician to join our opening team. This is a unique opportunity to help launch a brand-newdealership, work in a modern service environment, and contribute to a culturebuilt around technical excellence, teamwork, and exceptional customer care.

Founded in 1985, Dilawri is Canada’s largestautomotive group and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Dilawri operatesmore than 80 franchised dealerships representing over 35 of the world’s mostrespected automotive brands across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan,Ontario, Quebec, and Washington, D.C.

With more than 4,000 employees, Dilawri fosters aculture rooted in collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning. Ourvalues of Excellence, Leadership, Teamwork, Integrity, Innovation, and GivingBack guide how we work, how we lead, and how we serve our customers andcommunities.

Through the Dilawri Foundation , weare also committed to making a meaningful difference in the communities weserve.

Discover how you can build your career with Dilawri .

The Opportunity

Dilawri Group in Ontario is activelyseeking a Licensed Automotive Technician to join the opening team atKia Vaughan.

Pay Range: $36.00–$40.00 flat rate per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Reporting to the Service Manager, the LicensedAutomotive Service Technician will diagnose, service, and repair customervehicles in accordance with manufacturer specifications and dealership qualitystandards. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technicalknowledge, attention to detail, and a commitment to completing repairs safely,accurately, and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Performvehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs in accordance withmanufacturer specifications, dealership procedures, and industrystandards.
• Conductthorough vehicle inspections to identify mechanical, electrical, safety,and maintenance concerns.
• Usediagnostic tools and equipment to accurately identify and resolve complexvehicle issues.
• Reviewrepair orders and complete all assigned work accurately and withinestablished timelines.
• Examinevehicles to determine whether additional safety, maintenance, or repairwork is required.
• Clearlydocument inspection findings, diagnostic results, completed repairs, andrecommended work.
• Communicaterepair recommendations and technical information to Service Advisors.
• Confirmwarranty eligibility and authorization requirements before performingwarranty repairs.
• Completewarranty repairs in accordance with manufacturer policies anddocumentation requirements.
• Performroad tests safely and when authorized to confirm concerns and verifycompleted repairs.
• Properlyidentify, tag, and store replaced parts for warranty claims or customerrequests.
• Maintaincurrent knowledge of Kia vehicles, diagnostic procedures, technicalservice bulletins, recalls, and emerging automotive technology.
• Completerequired manufacturer and dealership training.
• Maintainand properly care for tools, equipment, work bays, and customer vehicles.
• Keepassigned work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Followall workplace health and safety requirements and immediately report unsafeconditions.
• Assistand mentor apprentices when required.
• Workcollaboratively with Service Advisors, Parts Advisors, and othertechnicians to support an efficient workflow.
• Performother duties required to support Service Department operations.

Qualifications

• ValidOntario Automotive Service Technician Certificate of Qualification—310S.
• Minimumof three years of experience as a licensed technician in a fast-pacedautomotive environment is preferred.
• Previousdealership experience is considered an asset.
• Kiaor other manufacturer-specific training and experience are consideredassets.
• Strongtechnical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic vehiclesystems.
• Proficiencyin using modern diagnostic tools and repair equipment.
• Knowledgeof current automotive technology, diagnostic procedures, and repairtechniques.
• Excellentattention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Strongdiagnostic, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effectiveorganizational and time-management skills.
• Abilityto complete work efficiently while maintaining safety and qualitystandards.
• Strongcommunication and teamwork skills.
• Positiveattitude and willingness to participate in ongoing training.
• ValidOntario driver’s licence with at least three years of licensed drivingexperience and a clean driver’s abstract.
• Abilityto perform the physical requirements of the position, including standing,bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Mustprovide and maintain the tools required for the position.

Why Work With Us?

• Discountedemployee vehicle purchase program
• Job-specificcoaching and manufacturer training programs
• Comprehensivehealth and dental plans
• Employeewellness and assistance programs
• Employeesocial events
• Opportunitiesfor professional development and career advancement

Build your career with a team driven by excellence,integrity, and innovation.

Discover Dilawri.

Dilawri Group of Companies is an equalopportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free from harassmentand discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training, andpromoting qualified individuals of all backgrounds and make employmentdecisions without regard to any protected status. Accommodation is availableupon request for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment andassessment process and, when hired, throughout employment.