Trainee Apprentice Automotive Technician

BCAA; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trainee Apprentice Automotive Technician to join their dynamic Auto Service Team. This role offers a unique opportunity to accelerate your career while ensuring the safety and satisfaction of valued Members. You will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and providing exceptional service, all while being supported in your professional growth. With a focus on technical excellence and effective communication, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment, contributing to a company that prioritizes community impact and employee development. Join a team where your contributions truly matter and make a difference every day.

Benefits

Flexible Benefits

Performance Bonus Programs

Paid Time Off

BCAA Membership

Career Development Opportunities

Wellness Dollars

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months of technical training in an automotive repair facility.
• Ability to lift 70 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Complete repairs to meet BCAA’s high standards for safety and performance.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment compliant with standards.

Skills

Technical Excellence

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Education

High School Diploma

Automotive Foundation Program

Tools

MS Outlook

Job description

Why BCAA?

Feel proud of what you do and help shape the future of BC at a BC Top Employer. We’re driven by purpose – delivering peace of mind to one in three BC households with insurance, roadside assistance, auto repair, Evo Car Share and Evolve E-Bike Share. With a long history of keeping roads safe and giving back in ways that build stronger communities, we offer a wide variety of meaningful, rewarding careers that move BC forward.

We are currently hiring an Trainee Apprentice Automotive Technician in our Nanaimo Auto Service Centre.

As a Trainee Apprentice Automotive Technician, you’re an important member of the Auto Service Team that diagnoses, repairs and provides service to Members’ vehicles ensuring their safety and performance meet the high standards BCAA delivers to our Members.

At BCAA, we invest in your growth. As a Trainee Apprentice Automotive Technician, your dedication and performance will be closely monitored. Within your first 6 months to a year of employment, we will evaluate your enrollment into an apprenticeship program, based on your skills, commitment, and growth within the business. This is a unique opportunity to accelerate your career while contributing to the safety and satisfaction of BCAA Members.

Who you are:

• Highly motivated to deliver technical excellence.
• You communicate effectively with your team, BCAA Members and suppliers.
• You can multitask in a fast-paced environment and meet tight timelines.
• You’re personable and adaptable and strive to always improve your technical and communication skills.
• Proven analytical, problem solving, trouble-shooting and decision making skills.
• Flexible hours and weekend work are no problem for you.

What you bring:

• High school diploma and completion of an Automotive Foundation program is preferred.
• Minimum of six months of technical training and experience within an automotive repair facility.
• Ability to lift 70 lbs (32 kg), bend, reach, walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Proficient with MS Outlook.
• Clean BC Driver License Class 7 or better.

Once Here, you will:

• Complete all repairs to meet BCAA’s high standards for safety, performance and outstanding service to our Members. Specifically, the Lube Technician will be responsible for oil and tire changes and basic automotive repairs.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment that complies with environmental standards, operational policies and procedures while ensuring equipment is in good working condition for your entire BCAA team.
• Assist other Technicians in the shop as needed.
• Achieve productivity goals while maintaining a high level of Member satisfaction.

Internal Applicants: Please note that the internal posting closes on April 30, 2025 and the role is a Grade 4 position.

The salary range for this position is $37,552.80 to $46,903.44 and is determined via job-related knowledge, skills, experience, certifications, market demand and internal equity. In addition to base salary and BCAA benefits, this position is eligible for a performance bonus target of 9%, with the opportunity to earn up to 15%.

What we offer:

• The chance to make a difference every day in the lives of British Columbians, BCAA Members and our communities.
• Career and personal development to help you grow and reach your goals.
• Incentives that recognize team and individual sales and performance.
• Flexible benefits to support your health and lifestyle, and wellness dollars to keep your body, mind and soul thriving.
• A competitive rewards package including salary performance bonus programs, pension plan, and more to help build your personal wealth.
• Paid time off including vacation, and days for wellness, volunteering, and cultural, spiritual or religious connection.
• BCAA membership, with valuable perks and Member savings on every day and special spending, from gas and coffee to clothes, sports and event tickets, and hotels.
• Meaningful, rewarding work for a BC Top Employer known for putting people first and constantly building a better workplace for all our team members.

We’re always looking for amazing people like you. Apply today!

BCAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing accessible, inclusive employment. We have a long-standing partnership with the Presidents Group which strives to increase employment opportunities for people living with disabilities, and champion accessible employment in BC. If you need personalized support through application and recruitment, please contact [e-mail].