automotive service technician
- Collingwood, ON, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
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- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
Overview
Languages
English
Education
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
Tasks
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Area of specialization
Transportation/travel information
Health benefits
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for newcomers and refugees
Languages
English
Education
- Other trades certificate or diploma
- or equivalent experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
- Dusty
- Outdoors
- Dirty
- Noisy
- Garage
Tasks
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
- Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
- Discuss work with supervisor
- Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
- Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
- Inspect motor in operation
- Review work orders
- Road test motor vehicles
- Test automotive systems and components
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
- Repair or replace mechanical units or components
- Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
- Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs
- Perform scheduled maintenance service
- Test and adjust units to specifications
- Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
- Complete reports to record problems and work performed
- Coach and instruct apprentices
- Provide customer service
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate
Area of specialization
- Engine repair
- 4-wheel drive
- Electrical and electronic system
- Diesel engines
- Diagnostics
- Alignment, steering and suspension
- Brake system
- Hydraulic system
- Fuel and emission system
- Ignition and electrical system
- Automatic transmission
- Standard transmission
- Engine repair and overhaul
- Drive train components
- Welding
- Truck-trailer repair
- Imported vehicles
- Front end components
- Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system
Transportation/travel information
- Valid driver's licence
- Fast-paced environment
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Attention to detail
- Manual dexterity
- Standing for extended periods
- Tools
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Accurate
- Client focus
- Dependability
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Judgement
- Reliability
- Team player
- Punctuality
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
- Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
More about this job
Responsibilities
Inspect, diagnose, road-test, and repair automotive, commercial truck, and truck-trailer systems, including engines, transmissions, brakes, electrical systems, and suspension. Estimate repair costs, perform scheduled maintenance, document work, advise customers, and coach apprentices.
Requirements
Requires 2 to less than 3 years of experience and an Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate. The role requires a valid driver's licence, own tools, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dusty, dirty, noisy, and sometimes outdoor garage environment.
Skills
- Automotive Diagnostics
- Engine Repair
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Electrical Systems
- Brake Systems
- Steering And Suspension
- Wheel Alignment
- Transmission Repair
- Hydraulic Systems
- Fuel And Emission Systems
- Truck-Trailer Repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Welding
- Customer Service
- Apprentice Coaching
- Vehicle Road Testing
Benefits
- Dental Plan
- Health Care Plan
- Vision Care Benefits
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Trades
- Transportation
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Automotive Service Technician
- Red Seal Certificate
- Commercial Transport Trucks
- Truck-Trailer Systems
- Automotive Systems
- Engine Repair
- Diesel Engines
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Electrical And Electronic Systems
- Vehicle Diagnostics
- Wheel Alignment
- Steering And Suspension
- Brake Systems
- Hydraulic Systems
- Fuel And Emission Systems
- Automatic Transmission
- Standard Transmission
- Drivetrain Components
- Welding
- Heating, Ventilation, And Air Conditioning
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Repair Cost Estimation
- Road Testing
- Manufacturer Specifications
- Apprentice Training
- Customer Service
- Valid Driver's Licence
- Steel-Toed Safety Boots