Automotive service technician apprentice

Overview

Languages

English

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience
• Certificate of IEP completion programs

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.

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• Dusty
• Outdoors
• Hot
• Noisy

• Garage
• Workshop
• Repair and overhaul organization

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• Coach and instruct apprentices

Credentials

• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
• Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate

Experience and specialization

• Green economy sector
• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

• 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
• Auto body repair
• Collision repair
• Frame straightening
• Fibreglass repair
• Plastics repair
• Auto body painting
• Welding
• Machining
• Truck-trailer repair
• Imported vehicles
• Front end components
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system

Additional information

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

• Valid driver's licence

• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Overtime required
• Standing for extended periods

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Punctuality

Benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available
• Variable or compressed work week