automotive service technician

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Registered Apprenticeship certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

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
• 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
• 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
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
• Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs
• 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
• Provide customer service

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
• Tire, wheel and rim mechanic
• Automotive Service Technician (Fuel and Electrical Systems) Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician (Steering, Suspension and Brakes) Trade Certification
• Driver's Licence (Class 2 or B or C)
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) 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
• Hydraulic system
• Fuel and emission system
• Ignition and electrical system
• Automatic transmission
• Engine repair and overhaul
• Drive train components
• Imported vehicles
• Front end components
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system

Benefits

Health benefits

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

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Team building opportunities
• Parking available