This job is no longer taking applications and is displayed only for reference.
To view current postings please conduct a new search.
Thank you.
The Licensed Automotive Technician plays a key role on the automotive service team. Working in a busy service centre, with state-of-the-art equipment and modern technical training, the technicians ability to combine automotive expertise with good customer relations skills contribute to making Canadian Tire the most recognized leader in the automotive service industry.
MAJOR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform maintenance and repair vehicles as requested by customers
Perform road tests using safe driving standards
Providing written, prioritized quotations for necessary additional work
Notify service advisor and customer of additional maintenance work required to be recorded
Explain procedures and repairs directly to customers, as required
Perform daily bay inspections
Instruct apprentices: monitor and verify their work for accuracy
Increase sales of the service department
Maintain company and personally-owned equipment and tools in good repair
Develop and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repair of most domestic and imported cars
Participate in meetings and all training, as required
Complete other tasks, as required
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES
Valid mechanics licence
Valid drivers licence for province of employ
Ability to provide professional customer service and employee support
Ability to work in a team environment to achieve common goals
Ability to maintain composure and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to complete tasks according to instructions and demonstrate responsibility for outcomes
Organizational ability and attention to detail
Effective written and oral communication skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to stand/walk for 8 hours
Able to lift 25 kilos or 50 lbs unassisted and carry as required
Able to twist, turn, reach and work above shoulder level
Ability to work in an environment conducive to the repair of motor vehicles
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Valid driver's licence
- Drive manual transmission vehicle
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
- Motor Vehicle Repairer (Service Station Mechanic) Trade Certification
Additional Skills
- Complete reports to record problems and work performed
- Coach and instruct apprentices
- Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor
Type Of Experience
- Trucks
- Automobiles
Mechanical Repairer Specific Skills
- Test and adjust units to specifications
- Repair and replace mechanical units
- Inspect and test mechanical units
- Diagnose faults and malfunctions
Automotive Service Technician Specific Skills
- Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
- Perform scheduled maintenance service
- Road test motor vehicles and test automotive systems and components
- Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
Area Of Specialization
- AC, cooling and heating systems
- 4-wheel drive
- Welding
- Standard transmission
- Ignition and electrical systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Fuel and emission systems
- Frame straightening
- Front-end components
- Engine repair
- Engine repair and overhaul
- Electrical and electronic systems
- Diagnostics
- Diesel engines
- Collision repair
- Auto body repair
- Automatic transmission
- Alignment, steering and suspension
- Brake systems
- Drive train components
- Truck-trailer repair
- Imported vehicles
- Machining
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Hand-eye co-ordination
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driving record check (abstract)
Own Tools/Equipment
- Tools
- Steel-toed safety boots