Automotive Service Technician

Responsibilities

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
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate

Additional information

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

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Reliability
• Team player
• Punctuality

Benefits

Health benefits

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

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance