Technician, Apprentice Level 2

Birchwood Kia on Regent; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in Winnipeg is looking for a Full-Time Apprentice Technician. This role involves performing preventative maintenance primarily on tires and oil changes. Candidates should have Level 2 Apprentice status and be able to diagnose and problem-solve independently. The position offers competitive pay and full benefits including health coverage and RSP matching after one year of service, along with various professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive compensation including salary and bonuses

Full benefits package

RSP matching program

Employee referral bonus

Career development opportunities

Wellness program

Corporate discounts

Volunteer program

Qualifications

• Ability to diagnose and problem-solve independently.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Valid driver’s license and own transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on automotive vehicles.
• Focus primarily on tires and oil changes.
• Estimate time of service and repairs needed.
• Diagnose and complete required work right the first time.

Skills

Diagnosing and problem-solving skills

Comfortable leveraging technology

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Level 2 (or above) Apprentice level

Job description

Job Description

Reporting Relationship: This position reports directly to the Service Manager.

Job Summary :

Birchwood Kia on Regent is looking for a Full-Time Apprentice Technician to join the team!

This position requires an ambitious Apprentice Technician to perform preventative maintenance on automotive vehicles. The Apprentice Technician will focus primarily on tires and oil changes, with opportunities to expand into other areas during the busy season. The successful candidate will possess the willingness and ability to maintain current product and technical knowledge, estimate time of service and repairs needed, and diagnose and complete the required work right the first time. Using industry-leading technology, the Automotive Technician will diagnose repairs required on a wide range of vehicles.

Qualifications :

• Level 2 (or above) Apprentice level required
• Ability to diagnose and problem-solve independently
• Comfortable leveraging technology for most day-to-day repairs
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment where optimal production is supported
• High attention to detail with proven time management and organizational skills
• A commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• Valid driver’s license and own transportation to and from work required

What Birchwood Can Offer You :

• Competitive compensation, including salary, bonuses, and commissions based on success
• Full benefits package including vacation time, company-paid extended health, dental/vision coverage, and employee assistance with flexible plan options
• RSP Matching program – Birchwood will match up to $5,000 of your earnings after 1 year of employment
• Employee referral bonus program – refer friends and receive a bonus
• Career development opportunities and internal promotions
• Learning and development programs
• Wellness program
• Corporate discounts and group savings plan
• Volunteer program – Dollars for Doing
• Company events such as Birchwood Bucks, Circle of Excellence, and holiday parties

Birchwood is Manitoba’s largest automotive retailer, with 24 franchises, four collision repair centres, and four Birchwood Credit Solutions locations. We offer sales, service, and parts to meet our customers’ automotive needs. We are committed to diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Please email your request to: