Apprentice Technician

Join Canada’s Largest Automotive Group 

An exciting new chapter is beginning at Dilawri Group of Companies.

As we prepare to open Kia Vaughan at 9088 Jane Street in Vaughan, Ontario , we are looking for a motivated and mechanically inclined Apprentice Automotive Technician to join our opening team. This is a unique opportunity to help launch a brand-new dealership, develop your technical skills, and learn from experienced automotive professionals in a modern service environment.

If you are committed to developing your career as a licensed Automotive Service Technician and are ready to make an impact from day one, we want to hear from you.

About Dilawri

Founded in 1985, Dilawri is Canada’s largest automotive group and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Dilawri operates more than 80 franchised dealerships representing over 35 of the world’s most respected automotive brands across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, Quebec, and Washington, D.C.

With more than 4,000 employees, Dilawri fosters a culture rooted in collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning. Our values of Excellence, Leadership, Teamwork, Integrity, Innovation, and Giving Back guide how we work, how we lead, and how we serve our customers and communities.

Through the Dilawri Foundation , we are also committed to making a meaningful difference in the communities we serve.

Discover how you can build your career with Dilawri .

The Opportunity

Dilawri Group in Ontario is actively seeking an Apprentice Automotive Technician to join the opening team at Kia Vaughan.

Pay Range: $19.00–$25.00 per hour

Reporting to the Service Manager, the Apprentice Automotive Technician will work alongside licensed technicians to perform vehicle maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs. The successful candidate will receive practical experience and ongoing training while progressing toward their Automotive Service Technician certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine vehicle maintenance and minor mechanical repairs under the direction of a licensed Automotive Service Technician.
• Assist licensed technicians with diagnostics, repairs, and other technical work as required.
• Inspect assigned vehicles to identify additional maintenance, repair, or safety-related concerns.
• Communicate identified concerns to the supervising technician or Service Advisor before completing additional work.
• Complete assigned work accurately and within established timelines.
• Road-test vehicles as required and when authorized.
• Review and follow repair orders, manufacturer procedures, and dealership quality standards.
• Stay current on manufacturer technical service bulletins, service procedures, and required training.
• Properly identify, tag, and store replaced parts for warranty claims or customer requests.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and parts used.
• Keep tools, equipment, work bays, and shared service areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Restock supplies and assist with maintaining an efficient Service Department.
• Properly use and care for dealership tools, equipment, and customer vehicles.
• Follow all workplace health and safety requirements and immediately report unsafe conditions.
• Work collaboratively with technicians, Service Advisors, and other dealership team members.
• Perform other duties required to support Service Department operations.

Qualifications

• Registered Automotive Service Technician apprentice or actively working toward apprenticeship registration.
• Previous automotive service, repair, or dealership experience is considered an asset.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in automotive diagnostics and repair.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle systems, maintenance procedures, tools, and equipment.
• Commitment to completing the apprenticeship program and required technical training.
• Willingness to participate in Kia and dealership-specific training programs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Effective time-management and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and apply feedback.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn from experienced technicians.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Valid Ontario driver’s licence with at least three years of licensed driving experience and a clean driver’s abstract.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, including standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Must provide and maintain the tools required for the position.

If you are a motivated apprentice who is excited by the opportunity to develop your skills and help launch a new dealership, we invite you to submit your résumé in confidence for our review and consideration.

Why Work With Us?

In addition to working with and learning from leading professionals in the automotive industry, our benefits include:

• Discounted employee vehicle purchase program
• Job-specific coaching and manufacturer training programs
• Comprehensive health and dental plans
• Employee wellness and assistance programs
• Employee social events
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

Build your career with a team driven by excellence, integrity, and innovation.

Discover Dilawri.

Dilawri Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified individuals of all backgrounds and make employment decisions without regard to any protected status. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and assessment process and, when hired, throughout employment.