Supervisor, Automotive Service Mechanics

Work setting

• Commercial
• Industrial

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Supervise workers and projects
• Estimate costs and materials
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
• Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity

Supervision

• 3-4 people
• Automotive technicians/motor vehicle mechanics
• Apprentices
• Labourers
• Motor vehicle assemblers, inspectors and testers

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

• Diagnostics
• Auto repair

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities