automotive service technician

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

 Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Noisy

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
• Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect motor in operation
• Road test motor vehicles
• Test automotive systems and components
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
• Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Test and adjust units to specifications
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
• Hammer out dents, buckles and defects using blocks and hammers
• Clean and maintain work space
• Replace front end components, body components, doors and frame and underbody components
• Repair or replace interior components
• Mask and tape auto body surfaces in preparation for painting
• Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills and bolt or weld replacement parts into place
• Repair or replace damaged windows, windshields and sunroofs
• Operate soldering equipment or use plastic filler to fill holes, dents and seams
• Straighten bent frames using frame and underbody pulling and anchoring equipment
• Test drive vehicles for proper handling
• Plan repair work to be performed
• Inspect repaired vehicles

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification

Experience and specialization

Policy and program experience

• Apprenticeship training

Area of specialization

• Engine repair
• Brake system
• Auto body repair
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Physically demanding
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Other benefits

• Team building opportunities
• Parking available