Apprentice Automotive Technician

4 days ago


Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada AutoCanada Full time

AutoCanada, the largest publicly-traded automotive group in Canada, is seeking an experienced Automotive Technician Trainee to work at our newest General Motors dealership. Our beautiful state-of-the-art facility is currently under construction, and we are just a few short weeks away from opening our doors to the public. This is an exceptional opportunity to get your foot in the door with an automotive group that believes in growing our talent, connecting with the communities that we serve, and building a brand that is recognized across North America for our commitment to integrity and customer service.

AutoCanada believes that taking care of our team members and setting them up for long-term success is what sets us apart from our competitors. That's why AutoCanada is proud to offer our full-time employees the following benefits to aid in their well-being and performance:

  • Competitive pay plans and a motivated group of AutoCanada employees to work alongside
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Prescription insurance that can discount purchases up to 80%
  • Paid holiday and flex time for full-time AutoCanada employees
  • Employee vehicle purchase & service programs
  • Employee assistance programs focused on health & wellness
  • Company-wide appreciation events and contests throughout the calendar year
  • Professional development and the opportunity to grow your career with a North American automotive group operating in Canada and the United States

Position Overview:

In the Automotive Technician Trainee role, you will play a crucial role in terms of the customer experience in conducting maintenance procedures to determine vehicle repair requirements and providing accurate recommendations to our customers. You will be responsible for performing oil and filter changes, complete multi-point inspections on vehicles, diagnosing issues, and performing vehicle repairs and parts replacement as qualified.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Performs oil and filter changes
  • Conducts multi-point inspections on vehicles and checks and marks all required items on the checklist as required and presents findings to the Service Advisor
  • Diagnoses issues such as noises, leaks, etc.
  • Performs vehicle repairs and parts replacement if qualified
  • Inspect vehicle fluid levels, replaces or replenishes as necessary
  • Lubricates moving parts with specified lubricants
  • Tire mounting, balancing, rotations, and repairs
  • Communicates with the parts department to obtain needed parts
  • Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to the supervisor
  • Documents all work performed on the repair order
  • Participates in manufacturer-sponsored training programs as assigned by the service manager
  • Ensures that customers' cars are kept clean
  • Notifies the Service Advisor immediately of anything that has happened to change the appearance or condition of the vehicle
  • Keeps the shop area neat and clean
  • Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner
  • Other tasks as assigned

Requirements:

  • Minimum of Level 1 Service Automotive Apprentice training
  • Familiarity working with ADP and CDK programs is considered an asset
  • Professional demeanor and strong work ethic
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Efficient problem-solving skills
  • Ability to meet physical demands such as heavy lifting, standing for long periods of time, and ability to use power and hand-held equipment
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving history
  • Ability to work individually and as part of a team
  • High level of integrity and work ethic


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