Shop Helper

At Alpine Toyota, we treat you like family. We have always been thought of as being a premier auto dealership for our customer and community. We are seeking a Shop Helper/Technician Helper who wants to grow with us.

The Shop/Technician Helper (Pre-Apprentice) will be responsible for helping service technicians whenever needed and helping to maintain a safe, clean working environment for all dealership employees and customers. This position is for those planning to enter a technician’s apprenticeship in the near future.

**YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Assists and watches technicians to learn their trade with the intention of proceeding to a full apprenticeship
- Performs miscellaneous tasks as assigned by technicians or Service Management (Department Manager or Shop Foreman)
- Cleans the service and customer areas
- Performs routine building maintenance in such a manner as to minimize interruption of customers or employees
- Washes all windows, glass doors and glass panels throughout service area
- Sweeps technician stalls, service department and body shop floors, showroom, halls and vending area
- Cleans driveway and sidewalks, removing snow and debris as necessary
- Washes shop truck and shuttle, inside and out
- Empties and cleans all trash receptacles, inside and outside
- Removes all debris from lot
- Cleans oil storage tanks according to prescribed procedures
- Drains and disposes of used oil filters properly
- Removes any old scrap parts from shop after checking with Parts Manager
- Assists technicians with oil and water spills, and with emptying drain tubs
- Runs errands as directed by foreman
- Uses proper eye, hand and body personal protective equipment when using products that require protection
- Becomes familiar with and complies with the company’s Health & Safety Manual. Reports any unsafe practices to a manager
- Other duties may be assigned

**WHAT WE LOOK FOR**
- Strong organizational skills
- Detail-oriented
- Ability to proactively problem-solve and think logically
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Good multi-tasking ability
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Functions well with large volume and fast-paced work environment.
- Strong business ethics with a professional approach at all times
- Accountability and dependability
- Time management
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 kgs or 50 pounds.
- Must be able to walk around shop floor and exterior yard area (long periods standing / walking).
- Must have the mobility to easily access and egress trucks and equipment

**WHAT WE OFFER**

Our employees receive a generous benefits package including:

- Competitive Salary
- Extended Medical (including Vision)
- Dental
- Prescription benefits
- RRSP with employer matching program
- Long Term and Disability
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- On-going training opportunities

**Schedule Requirements**:

- Must be available to work Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM plus rotating Saturdays
- Preference will be given to those whose experience and attitude best reflects the Alpine Community Culture _

Alpine Toyota welcomes your interest in this opportunity. Interested applicants please respond to this ad. We thank all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted.

“_Alpine Toyota is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promoting, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, provincial, or local law.”_