Overview

Languages

English

Education

- Other trades certificate or diploma
- or equivalent experience
- Automobile/automotive mechanics technology/technician

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

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

Work site environment

- Dusty
- Outdoors
- Dirty
- Hot
- Noisy

Responsibilities

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
- 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
- Perform scheduled maintenance service
- Test and adjust units to specifications

Supervision

- Automotive technicians/motor vehicle mechanics

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

- Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
- Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate

Experience and specialization





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
- Automatic transmission
- Standard transmission
- Engine repair and overhaul
- Auto body repair
- Collision repair
- Frame straightening
- Plastics repair
- Auto body painting
- Welding
- Machining
- Truck-trailer repair
- Front end components
- Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system

Additional information

Security and safety

- Bondable
- Criminal record check
- Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

- Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

- Rapid-paced environment
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Attention to detail
- Manual dexterity
- Standing for extended periods

Own tools/equipment

- Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

- Accurate
- Client focus
- Dependability
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Judgement
- Reliability
- Team player
- Punctuality

Benefits

Health benefits

- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

- Free parking available
- Other benefits

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