Automotive Technician

at  AutoCanada Inc

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN

Edmonton, Calgary, Grande Prairie
AutoCanada, one of the country’s largest multi-brand automotive groups, is NOW HIRING automotive enthusiasts looking to grow their careers as an Automotive Technician! Whether you are freshly entering your automotive apprentice program or looking to continue your journeyman career with a company that refuses to slow down, AutoCanada wants to talk to you about your Technician career path! Working at our busy Service Center, the right candidate for this role will be extremely well organized, computer literate, and ready to work on customer and retail vehicles that are brought into the repair shop with mechanical or other vehicle related concerns. Fantastic at communicating with customer and employees alike, you will be responsible for providing thorough documentation and explanation of the vehicle’s diagnosis, recommended repairs, and completed work as we aim to continually provide the transparent, trustworthy service our clientele has grown accustomed to over the years.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

You will play a crucial role in terms of the customer experience in conducting diagnostic procedures to determine vehicle maintenance requirements and providing accurate repair recommendations to our customers.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong knowledge in various makes and models.
• A provincially recognized Journeyman Automotive Mechanic Certificate, completed or in process
• Red Seal Certification would be considered an asset
• Completion of a related post-secondary program and or training courses
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to operate electronic diagnostic equipment
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team
• High level of integrity and work ethic
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a safe driving history

• Performing vehicle repairs and/or maintenance work as outlined on RO with efficiency and accuracy, performing all duties in accordance with dealership and OEM standards
• Communicating with Parts and Service Advisors regularly to effectively manage production/repairs, cycle times and customer communication
• Conducting multi-point inspections to make appropriate recommendations for repairs while ensuring the safety and reliability of any vehicle that has been repaired prior to them being returned to the customer
• Document all work performed on the vehicle RO by creating a story in the on the associated repair order, in a manner consistent with OEM standards, ensuring payment of warranty work is provided by the manufacturer
• Maintain an inventory of common automotive technician’s tools not normally inventoried by the Service department as a “store-provided” piece of equipment
• Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins and participate in factory-sponsored training classes as required
• Providing an exceptional repair experience to drive customer loyalty and department revenue