Red Seal Licensed Automotive Technician (Hourly)

Clutch; Halifax; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Dependent coverage

Start day 1 benefits

Job summary

Clutch is seeking a Licensed Automotive Service Technician to join our team in Canada. A $3,000 signing bonus will be paid after the 3-month probationary period.

You will inspect, maintain, and repair vehicles across multiple systems, working with our reconditioning team to uphold high mechanical standards. As part of a fast-growing company, you will perform inspections, oil changes, and preventive maintenance, while documenting repairs and communicating timelines.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Endorsement (RSE) or equivalent certification or training.
• Experience 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 driving abstract.
• Full-time schedule of 40 hours per week, including overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform Clutch standardized vehicle inspections (stationary and road tests).
• Diagnose and assess vehicle issues and damage.
• Conduct Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Safety Inspections (MVI).
• 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.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Team player

Learning mindset

Tech-savvy

Valid driver\'s license

Education

Red Seal Endorsement (RSE) or equivalent

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? 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 your 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
• Conduct Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Safety Inspections (MVI)
• 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

• Red Seal Endorsement (RSE) 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 reconditioning, 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

Benefits

• 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

Compensation & Benefits

• Wage: $34.00 - $39.00 per hour

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]