Automotive Service Technician

Company: Panther Motor Cars Ltd. o/a Abbotsford Mazda

Business Information: Abbotsford Mazda offers a complete service for your vehicle: Vehicle Health Check Inspection and Report Form, detailing anything on your Mazda that may need attention – now or in the future, as well as factory-recommended maintenance schedule. Our Mazda Service Centre is staffed with service professionals using genuine Mazda parts and equipment designed specifically for your vehicle.

Business Address: 30270 Automall Drive, Abbotsford, BC V2T 5M1

Work Location: Same as above.

Type of Employment: Full time - Permanent

Estimated Start Date As soon as possible

Job Duties:

Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit

Discuss work with supervisor

Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions

Inspect motor in operation

Review work orders

Road test motor vehicles

Test automotive systems and components

Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems

Repair or replace mechanical units or components

Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications

Perform scheduled maintenance service

Test and adjust units to specifications

Complete reports to record problems and work performed

Coach and instruct apprentices

Test drive customers’ vehicles after service and/or repairs are completed

Requirements

Education: Completion of secondary school is required.

Experience: Completion of a four-year automotive service technician apprenticeship program or a combination of over four years of work experience and industry courses in automotive technology is required to be eligible for trade certification.

A valid driver’s license (class 5) is required for vehicle testing and driving.

Experience in diagnose and repair of passenger cars is required.

Automotive Service Technician Red Seal certificate is a strong asset.

Area of specialization: Engine repair, Electrical and electronic system, Diagnostics; Alignment, steering and suspension; Brake system, Fuel and emission system, Ignition and electrical system, Automatic transmission, Standard transmission, Engine repair and overhaul, Drive train components, Front end components; Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system.

Work conditions and Physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment, Attention to detail, Manual dexterity, Standing for extended periods, Handling heavy loads, Bending, crouching, kneeling, Repetitive tasks, Physically demanding, Work under pressure, Tight deadlines, Combination of sitting, standing, walking.

Personal suitability: Accurate, Client focus, Excellent written and oral communication, Flexibility, Judgement, Team player, Initiative, Efficient interpersonal skills, Organized.

Work site environment: Dusty, Dirty, Noisy.

Weight handling: Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Language: English is required

Salary: Flat rate is $33.65 per hour, 37.5 hours per week.

Benefits: Dental, disability and extended medical insurance are provided by the employer, as well as, vision care, group insurance, life insurance, medical benefits and piece work. Work uniforms and Personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by the employer.

Important Information: Flexibility in schedule is required. The worker will work 8-hour shifts per day that will be scheduled on a monthly basis within the business operating hours: From Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., or from Tuesday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The schedule includes a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. Overtime may be required depending on the business needs.

Apply by e-mail to: careers@trotmanautogroup.com

**Please apply with the subject: Job Application – Automotive Service Technician**

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