tire technician

Government of Canada; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in automobile repair services is seeking a skilled individual to assist mechanics and perform various automotive tasks. The role requires a secondary school graduation certificate and offers a physically demanding work environment. Responsibilities include tire repair, maintenance, and mechanical inspections. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and be reliable team players. Free parking is available as a benefit.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Experience in automobile repair services preferred.
• Ability to drive manual transmission vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist mechanics and perform other duties as directed.
• Repair and balance tires, replace oil and filters.
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults.

Skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Team player

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Gloves

Safety glasses/goggles

Steel-toed safety boots

Tools

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Confined spaces
• Dusty
• Noisy
• Non-smoking
• Odours
• At heights
• Hot

Work setting

• Automobile repair services
• Garage

Responsibilities Tasks

• Assist mechanics and perform other duties as directed
• Repair and balance tires
• Replace oil, air and fuel filters on motor vehicles, trucks and heavy equipment
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Prepare and maintain cleanliness of collection areas
• Perform scheduled maintenance and service
• Complete work orders, test and maintenance reports
• Clean work area
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Road test motor vehicles
• Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit

Experience and specialization Equipment and machinery experience

• Lifting device
• Hoists or winches

Installation specialization

• Tires

Additional information Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Manual dexterity
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Gloves
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Tools

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player
• Accurate
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Dependability
• Punctuality

Benefits Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits