Job Description

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Skills and Abilities

Work setting
- In shop
- Willing to relocate
Level of expertise
- Technician
Tasks
- 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 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
- 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
- Provide customer service
Area of specialization
- Engine repair
- 4-wheel drive
- Electrical and electronic system
- Diesel engines
- Diagnostics
- Alignment, steering and suspension
- Brake system
- Hydraulic system
- Fuel and emission system
- Ignition and electrical system
- Automatic transmission
- Standard transmission
- Engine repair and overhaul
- Drive train components
- Welding
- Front end components
- Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system
Security and safety
- Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
- Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Attention to detail
- Overtime required
- Standing for extended periods
Own tools/equipment
- Tools
- Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Client focus
- Dependability
- Excellent oral communication
- Judgement
- Reliability
- Team player
Screening questions
- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Are you willing to relocate for this position?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits
Long term benefits
- Life insurance
- Long-term care insurance
- Maternity and parental benefits
- Other benefits
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Other benefits
- Free parking available
- Learning/training paid by employer
- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
- Team building opportunities
- Parking available
- Travel insurance
- Wellness program