Skilled Trade

Automotive Mechanics are paid a top hourly base rate plus applicable shift, overtime, and holiday premiums.

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As we continue our journey to establish Windsor Operations globally as a Technical Centre of Excellence, we are seeking qualified applicants for opportunities within our skilled trade workforce as an Automotive Mechanic.

Preventative and scheduled repairs on in-plant PMHV equipment for a production environment, semi tractors for a local truck fleet, and internal combustion engine plant and maintenance equipment. 

• Review and follow work order instructions from start to finish.
• Inspect and diagnose equipment issues quickly and repair items with immediate needs.
• Performing general semi-truck repairs on air brakes, electrical components, hydraulic systems, doors, landing gear, etc.  
• Experience with refrigeration and/or tailgate repairs is an asset.
• Perform general equipment repairs on diesel, electric, propane, and natural gas-powered equipment.
• Conduct annual safety and magna-flux inspections.
• Outline all parts used and input comments into the work order (complaint, cause, and correction) regarding the repair.
• Inspect the entire vehicle and road test to ensure repairs are complete.
• Test systems and components using computerized diagnostic and other testing devices to isolate faults.
• Notify the Team Leader of any other needed repairs.
• Perform Ministry of Transportation vehicle inspections as per Ministry guidelines.
• Shunting and moving equipment in and out of maintenance facility and other destinations for repairs or return to service.
• Shop cleanup:
  • Put away any equipment used, including personal tools.
  • Shop cleanliness, washing floors and sweeping, cleaning trucks and equipment.
• Attend shift meetings as required.
• Participate in formal and informal training sessions.
• Performing other shop duties as required.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must hold a Provincial Ontario 310T or 310T and 310S Certification of Qualification (Truck and Coach Technician, and Auto Service Technician), or an interprovincial designation from another province.
• Must be able to work all shifts (days, afternoons, midnights) on a rotating schedule.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three (3) years working experience as a mechanic within a high-speed, flexible manufacturing environment with prior completion of a recognized Apprenticeship Program under the Province of Ontario or equivalent.
• TSSA certification for ICE for propane and natural gas equipment is an asset.
• Prior work experience on power generation and diesel equipment is an asset.
• Possess a valid G Driver's License.
• Knowledgeable with air brakes and electrical diagnostics.
• Able to use current technology to ensure vehicle safety and performance.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to effectively prioritize and multitask in a busy environment.
• Experience with Freightliner, Hyster, Broderson, Taylor-Dunn, and Raymond equipment.
• Willing to work shift work.
• Continuously be Safety-minded.
• Proactive attitude and takes initiative to prevent issues.
• Well-organized, enthusiastic, professional, and a positive team member.
• An opportunity to contribute to the company by continually making improvements and resolving issues.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, relationship building, and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn new skills.

Note: Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of degree completion for the highest level of education attained.  If the degree was obtained from a school outside of Canada, an Education Credential Assessment report showing Canadian equivalency is also required.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Ford of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a culturally diverse workforce. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment processes, where needed, upon request. Please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.     

Candidates for this position must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, does not sponsor work permit applications.