Automotive Service Technician

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Skills and Abilities

Work site environment
- Dusty
- Dirty
- Noisy
Work setting
- Garage
Tasks
- 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
- Perform scheduled maintenance service
- Test and adjust units to specifications
- Complete reports to record problems and work performed
- Coach and instruct apprentices
Certificates, licences, memberships, and coursesﾠ
- Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Transportation/travel information
- Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Attention to detail
- Manual dexterity
- Standing for extended periods
- Ability to work independently
Own tools/equipment
- Tools
- Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Client focus
- Dependability
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Judgement
- Reliability
- Team player
- Punctuality
Screening questions
- Do you have experience working in this field?
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
Long term benefits
- Long-term care insurance
- Maternity and parental benefits
Other benefits
- Free parking available
- Learning/training paid by employer
- Team building opportunities
- Travel insurance
- Wellness program