Automotive Technician

at  Canadian Tire SW Marine Dr

The Licensed Automotive Technician works in a fast-paced auto service environment, providing superior expertise to customers and the automotive team in automotive systems, diagnostics and repairs. Communication skills are essential to succeed in this position. The Licensed Automotive Technician builds customer loyalty and retention through trust, workmanship and reputation.
Canadian Tire offers competitive compensation packages including; a units bonus program, medical/dental benefits, profit sharing, shopping discount and paid time off.

Main Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Provides quality workmanship to meet or exceed industry standards and performs tasks in compliance with industry flat rate time allowances.
• Performs accurate and complete vehicle inspections, diagnostics, estimates and repairs.
• Completes and reviews repair orders and vehicle inspection reports with Service Advisors and explains any additional maintenance work required to customers in an effort to attain a trusting relationship and long-term retention.
• Liaises with Management/Service Advisors/Installers to ensure a smooth flow of communication during repairs or maintenance work and that all commitments are achieved.
• Ensures vehicles are kept clean and free of damage by using seat covers and floor mats.
• Performs daily bay inspections in order to ensure shop neatness/cleanliness.
• Remains current with up-to-date knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repair of most domestic and imported vehicles.

Qualifications:

• Red Seal Certified
• Mechanical knowledge and automotive repair skills
• Ability to use hand and power tools effectively
• Ability to lift and carry items such as tires or car parts, as required.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $29.00-$39.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Store discount
• Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Education:

• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Red Seal (preferred)
• Drivers License (required)

Work Location: In perso

• Provides quality workmanship to meet or exceed industry standards and performs tasks in compliance with industry flat rate time allowances.
• Performs accurate and complete vehicle inspections, diagnostics, estimates and repairs.
• Completes and reviews repair orders and vehicle inspection reports with Service Advisors and explains any additional maintenance work required to customers in an effort to attain a trusting relationship and long-term retention.
• Liaises with Management/Service Advisors/Installers to ensure a smooth flow of communication during repairs or maintenance work and that all commitments are achieved.
• Ensures vehicles are kept clean and free of damage by using seat covers and floor mats.
• Performs daily bay inspections in order to ensure shop neatness/cleanliness.
• Remains current with up-to-date knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repair of most domestic and imported vehicles