Automotive Service Technician

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Skills and Abilities

Work site environment
- Dusty
- Dirty
- Noisy
Work setting
- Workshop
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
- Test automotive systems and components
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive 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
- Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
- Complete reports to record problems and work performed
- Provide customer service
Supervision
- Electrical mechanics
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
- Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
- Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Attention to detail
Own tools/equipment
- Tools
- Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Dependability
- Excellent oral communication
- Flexibility
- Reliability
- Team player
- Punctuality
Screening questions
- Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
- Do you have experience working in this field?
Employment terms options
- To be determined
- Day
- Weekend
Green job
- Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes
Health benefits
- Health care plan
Other benefits
- Free parking available
- On-site amenities
- Other benefits
- Team building opportunities