Service Apprentice

**Drive for Excellence**

Since 2015 **AutoPlanet **has strived on innovation as Ontario’s largest indoor pre-owned dealership. With over 1000 vehicles, we aim at being progressive and dynamic in everything we do. We are committed to putting our team and guests first which is why we have achieved a high guest satisfaction rating and a relaxed buying experience.

**AutoPlanet Durham** is looking for a **Service Apprentice** to join their dynamic team

Part of the Performance Auto Group, a leading automotive group, we are committed to integrity, believe in employee empowerment, passionate about innovating, care about a great guest experience and giving back.

**About Us**

Performance Auto Group, is a leading automotive group, whose purpose is to be the preferred automotive group by fostering fair and respectful relationships that positively impact our team, customers, partners, and communities. Our core values as an organization are the principles we were built on that guide us today:

- ** Great Experience**: Every customer is entitled to a great experience
- ** Integrity**: We are honest and transparent in our actions
- ** Diversity**: We are stronger through the inclusion of people, brands and ideas
- ** Innovation**: We passionately embrace opportunities for new and continuous improvements
- ** Empowerment**: We encourage and support our people in taking initiative
- ** Giving Back**:We positively impact the communities in which we live, work and raise families

**About you.**

You will join a team dedicated to working cohesively together. At AutoPlanet Brampton, our Sales Consultants are paid a salary and volume incentive bonus which allows us to offer a unique car buying experience. You are committed to helping us provide a hassle free, honest and transparent environment for our guests and team. With a team that has countless success stories of career mobility, expect that you will be on the right path to growing and acquiring new skills.

**Here’s what you’ll deliver**:

- Assist the Service Technician with performing service to engine systems such as diagnosing, troubleshooting, verifying and repairing cooling systems, cylinder heads, engine block assemblies and components.
- Provide support in diagnosing, troubleshooting, servicing electrical and engine management systems such as boosting/charging batteries, and repairing starting and charging systems and components.
- Provide support with fuel delivery and transmission systems such as inspecting, diagnosing and repairing gasoline fuel systems, clutch systems, manual and automatic transmissions or transaxles, computer-controlled systems and components.
- Support with inspecting, diagnosing, troubleshooting and repairing drive shafts, differentials and drive axle assemblies, suspension systems and frames, steering and braking systems, tires, wheels, rims and hubs.
- Assist with heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, vehicle body and trim and exhaust, intake and emission control systems.
- Ensure that customer cars are kept as clean or cleaner than when they arrived, both inside and out.
- Prioritize maintaining the cleanliness of the shop area at all times.
- Clean bay and bench at the end of each shift.
- Dispose of garbage, recycling, etc., as required.
- Ability to work in adherence to company safety standards at all times.
- Comply with all company policies, standards and procedures.
- Other duties as required by management.

**You champion success with these accomplishments**:

- High School Diploma or GED is required.
- 1st year or higher apprentice
- Minimum 2 years work experience in an automotive dealership.
- Currently registered with Ontario College of Trades.
- Capable of working in a collaborative environment while providing a positive attitude.
- Desire to continue schooling and training.
- Ability to execute tasks with mínimal supervision.
- Must have a valid Ontario Driver's License and good driving record.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to perform multiple duties in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.
- Mechanical aptitude and interest.
- Follows dealership and manufacturer service guidelines.
- Proven knowledge and experience with automotive mechanical operations.
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
- Ability to utilize power tools while maintaining safety practices and procedures.
- Ability to work flexible hours and work around a changing schedule.

**What’s in it for you?**
- Excellent management support and guidance
- Opportunities through our Internal career mobility program
- Access to health, dental and vision insurance
- Disability, critical illness and life insurance for the unexpected
- Our Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) for you and your family's wellness
- Discount on vehicles, service and parts for you and your family
- Discounts to retailers and service providers across the country
- Free and engaging employe