Job requirements
Languages
English
Education
Other trades certificate or diploma
or equivalent experience
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
3rd Period Apprentice; Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate; Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification; Automotive Service Technician (Steering, Suspension and Brakes) Trade Certification; Automotive Service Technician (Fuel and Electrical Systems) Trade Certification
Experience
5 years or more
- Mechanical Repairer Specific Skills
- Test and adjust units to specifications; Complete reports to record problems and work performed; Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions; Diagnose faults and malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit; Repair or replace mechanical units or components
- Additional Skills
- Coach and instruct apprentices; Estimate parts and labour costs; Provide customer service
- Area of Specialization
- 4-wheel drive; Front end components; Engine repair; Engine repair and overhaul; Diagnostics; Alignment, steering and suspension; Drive train components; Ignition and electrical system; Fuel and emission system; Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system; Brake system; Electrical and electronic system; Hydraulic system
- Security and Safety
- Bondable; Driving record check (abstract); Criminal record check
- Own Tools/Equipment
- Tools; Steel-toed safety boots
- Work Site Environment
- Dusty
- Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation; Own vehicle; Valid driver's licence; Drive manual transmission vehicle
- Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Hand-eye co-ordination; Standing for extended periods
- Work Location Information
- In shop; Willing to relocate
- Automotive Service Technician Specific Skills
- Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements; Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems; Perform scheduled maintenance service; Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications; Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor; Inspect motor in operation, road test motor vehicles and test automotive systems and components
- Personal Suitability
- Flexibility; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Dependability; Judgement; Reliability
- Truck and Transport and Truck-Trailer Mechanic Specific Skills
- Perform scheduled maintenance service; Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
