This job is no longer taking applications and is displayed only for reference.
To view current postings please conduct a new search.
Thank you.
To support ongoing growth, the Key Auto Group is recruiting for an Automotive Service Technician or developing Technician (Year 3 or 4 of Apprenticeship Program). We are seeking an individual with excellent mechanical aptitude and a team mentality to join our Auto Service Department!
Based in Yorkton, Saskatchewan, our employees benefit from a family-friendly community that boasts an excellent quality of life.
We offer competitive pay, health benefits, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and several other employee perks.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose the cause of any malfunction and perform the repair in a timely manner
- Examine and test drive vehicles to determine what repairs are required or if additional service work is required
- Perform the installation, repairs, fabrication, alignments, changes, lubrication, replacement, and overhaul of whichever parts/areas needed on required repairs or inspections
- Communicate with the parts department to obtain needed parts and save/tag parts if the repair is under warranty or if requested by the customer
Maintain timely, accurate records of work performed per repair
- Participate in factory-sponsored training programs and keep current of all factory technical bulletins
- Maintain work and shop area in a neat and clean manner and account for any/all Business-owned tools and equipment at all times
- Ensure customer vehicles are kept clean
- Notify management of any difficulties or problems which risk interfering with the performance of quality work
- and maintain any personal protective equipment required and follow all health & safety procedures
If you are organized, efficient and a team player, then this may be the opportunity for you.
Essential Skills
- Problem solving
- Computer use
Transportation/Travel Information
- Valid driver's licence
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- 4th Period Apprentice
- 3rd Period Apprentice
- WHMIS Certificate
- Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Endorsement
Additional Skills
- Coach and instruct apprentices
- Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor
Type Of Experience
- 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
- 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
- Ignition and electrical systems
- Fuel and emission systems
- Engine repair
- Electrical and electronic systems
- Diagnostics
- Automatic transmission
- Alignment, steering and suspension
- Brake systems
- Imported vehicles
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Hand-eye co-ordination
Security and Safety
- Driving record check (abstract)
Own Tools/Equipment
- Tools
- Steel-toed safety boots