Automotive Service Technician - Working Shop Foreman / Honda Master Diagnostic Technician

Spring Honda is seeking an experienced, Honda-trained technician to join our team as a Working Shop Foreman / Senior Honda Diagnostic Technician.

This is a key leadership position for an accomplished technician who wants more than another flat-rate role. The successful candidate will help lead our shop, support and develop our technicians, resolve complex diagnostic concerns, improve workflow and quality control, and work closely with our Service Manager and dealership ownership to take the department to the next level.

The position combines hands-on technical work with shop leadership. Approximately 50%–65% of the role will involve diagnosing and completing repairs, with the remaining time focused on mentoring technicians, assisting with difficult repairs, monitoring quality, managing workflow and helping establish strong shop processes.

Key Responsibilities
Diagnose and repair complex Honda mechanical, electrical, drivability, hybrid and high-voltage concerns
Provide technical support and guidance to technicians and apprentices
Assist with shop workflow, work distribution and prioritization
Perform quality-control inspections and help reduce comebacks
Support first-time fix performance and accurate repair-order documentation
Ensure warranty repairs and technical documentation meet Honda standards
Coach technicians on diagnostic processes, efficiency and repair quality
Help develop apprentices and create individual training plans
Monitor work in progress and help ensure repairs are completed accurately and on schedule
Promote a professional, organized and safety-focused shop environment
Work with the Service Manager and ownership to identify opportunities to improve productivity, capacity and customer satisfaction
Compensation and Benefits
Base wage of $45–$55 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Guaranteed 40-hour workweek
First-year earnings floor of $100,000, excluding relocation and signing incentives
Quarterly performance bonus based on shop productivity, repair quality, technician development and operational performance
Expected annual earnings of approximately $100,000–$140,000, with additional upside based on performance and overtime
Up to $10,000 in relocation assistance
$10,000 signing and retention bonus, paid in stages
Company-paid Honda training and technical development
Comprehensive benefits package
Tool and boot allowance
Vacation recognition based on previous experience
Support with toolbox transportation and temporary accommodation, where required
Qualifications
Red Seal Automotive Service Technician certification
Significant Honda or Acura dealership experience
Current or recent Honda factory training
Strong electrical, drivability and advanced diagnostic skills
Experience with Honda hybrid and high-voltage systems is an asset
Strong understanding of Honda warranty procedures and documentation
Proven ability to mentor apprentices and support other technicians
Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills
Consistent focus on repair quality and first-time fix performance
Previous shop foreman or team-lead experience is preferred but not required

We are also interested in speaking with senior Honda or Acura diagnostic technicians who may not currently hold a formal foreman title but are already acting as the technical leader or mentor within their shop.

Why Spring Honda?

Spring Honda is a family-owned dealership located in Cranbrook, British Columbia. We are investing in our people, our processes and the continued growth of our fixed-operations department.

This role provides a genuine opportunity to help shape the direction of the shop. The successful candidate will have the support of dealership ownership, meaningful input into shop processes and technician development, and the authority required to establish high standards for quality, productivity and teamwork.

Cranbrook offers an excellent lifestyle for individuals and families who enjoy outdoor recreation, manageable commute times and convenient access to the mountains, lakes, golf courses, ski hills, fishing, hunting, biking and trail systems of the East Kootenay region.

Despite offering the advantages of a smaller community, Cranbrook remains well connected and provides access to important regional services. The nearby Canadian Rockies International Airport offers direct daily flights to Calgary, Vancouver and Kelowna, making personal and business travel convenient. Cranbrook is also home to East Kootenay Regional Hospital, which provides 24-hour emergency and trauma care, core medical and surgical specialties, diagnostic services and other regional health-care services.

Relocation support is available for the right candidate. Candidates from Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Lethbridge, the B.C. Interior, Saskatchewan and other Canadian markets are encouraged to apply.

All applications and conversations will be handled confidentially.