Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Other trades certificate or diploma
- or equivalent experience
Experience
3 years to less than 5 years
Work site environment
- Outdoors
Work setting
- In shop
- Remote or mobile
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
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
- Diagnose faults and malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
- Repair or replace mechanical units or components
- Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
- Estimate parts and labour costs
- Perform scheduled maintenance service
- Test and adjust units to specifications
- Complete reports to record problems and work performed
- Coach and instruct apprentices
- Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
- Automotive Service Technician (Steering, Suspension and Brakes) Trade Certification
Experience and specialization
Area of specialization
- Diagnostics
- Brake system
- Welding
- Truck-trailer repair
- Front end components
Additional information
Security and safety
- Criminal record check
- 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
- Standing for extended periods
Own tools/equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Dependability
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Judgement
- Reliability
- Team player
- Punctuality
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- As per collective agreement
Other benefits
- Free parking available
- Team building opportunities
- Parking available