Overview
Languages
English
Education
- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- or equivalent experience
Experience
3 years to less than 5 years
Asset languages
- Korean
Work setting
- In shop
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
- Inspect motor in operation, road test motor vehicles and test automotive systems and components
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
- Diagnose faults and malfunctions
- 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
- Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
- Complete reports to record problems and work performed
- Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor
Supervision
- Mechanical repairers (motor vehicle manufacturing)
- Automotive mechanical installers and servicers
Experience and specialization
Area of specialization
- Engine repair
- 4-wheel drive
- Electrical and electronic system
- Diagnostics
- Alignment, steering and suspension
- Brake system
- Fuel and emission system
- Ignition and electrical system
- Automatic transmission
- Standard transmission
- Drive train components
- Front end components
- Auto repair
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Attention to detail
- Manual dexterity
- Standing for extended periods
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Client focus
- Dependability
- Excellent oral communication
- Flexibility
- Judgement
- Reliability
- Team player