- Other trades certificate or diploma
- or equivalent experience
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.
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Work setting
- Garage
- Workshop
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Discuss work with supervisor
- Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
- Review work orders
- Test automotive systems and components
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
- 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
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
- Automotive Service Technician (Fuel and Electrical Systems) Trade Certification
- Automotive Service Technician (Transmission) Trade Certification
- Automotive Service Technician (Steering, Suspension and Brakes) Trade Certification
- Motor Vehicle Repairer (Service Station Mechanic) Trade Certification
- Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification
- Truck and Transport Mechanic Red Seal Endorsement
- Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate
Apprenticeship training
- Pre-apprenticeship training
- Level one apprenticeship training
- Level two apprenticeship training
- Level three apprenticeship training
- Level four apprenticeship training
- Level five apprenticeship training
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
- Ignition and electrical system
- Automatic transmission
- Standard transmission
- Engine repair and overhaul
- Drive train components
- Truck-trailer repair
- Front end components
- Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system
Additional information
Security and safety
- Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
- Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Attention to detail
- Manual dexterity
- Standing for extended periods
Own tools/equipment
- Tools
- 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
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
Financial benefits
- As per collective agreement
- Bonus
- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
Other perks
- Free parking available
- Learning/training paid by employer
- On-site amenities
- Other benefits
- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
- Team building opportunities
- Parking available
- Travel insurance