Automotive Service Technician

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Registered Apprenticeship certificate
• or equivalent experience
• Automobile/automotive mechanics technology/technician
  
  

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
• Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Discuss work with supervisor
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect motor in operation
• Review work orders
• Road test motor vehicles
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturers specifications
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Test and adjust units to specifications
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
• Coach and instruct apprentices
  
  

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician (Fuel and Electrical Systems) Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician (Transmission) Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician (Steering, Suspension and Brakes) Trade Certification
• Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification
• Truck-Trailer Repairer Trade Certification
• Truck and Transport Mechanic Red Seal Endorsement
• Truck-Trailer Repairer Red Seal Endorsement
• HVAC Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate
  
  

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

• Engine repair
• 4-wheel drive
• Electrical and electronic system
• Diesel engines
• Diagnostics
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Fuel and emission system
• Ignition and electrical system
• Automatic transmission
• Standard transmission
• Engine repair and overhaul
• Drive train components
• Front end components
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system
  
  

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable
  
  

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid drivers licence
• Drive manual transmission vehicle
  
  

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Standing for extended periods
  
  

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
  
  

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Punctuality
  
  

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits
  
  

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Commission
• Gratuities
  
  

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits
  
  

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Team building opportunities

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