Automotive mechanic

Overview

Languages

• English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience
• Automotive engineering technology/technician
• Automobile/automotive mechanics technology/technician

Experience

• 1 to less than 7 months
• On site

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

Work setting

• Garage
• Workshop

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Discuss work with supervisor
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• 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 automotive systems
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Test and adjust units to specifications
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
• Coach and instruct apprentices
• Provide customer service
• Credentials
• Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate

Additional information

• Security and safety
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Transportation/travel information
• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence
• Work conditions and physical capabilities
• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Standing for extended periods
• Own tools/equipment
• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Punctuality