Valley Ford

Kentville, NS

Valley Ford

Kentville, NS

service technician - motor vehicle repair

Kentville, NS (view on map)

Posted 9 days ago

Job Description

• Durée de l'emploi: Permanent
• Langue de travail: Anglais
• Heures de travail: 42.5 hours per week
• Education:
• Expérience:

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Work setting

• Motor vehicle repair shop

Tasks

• Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• 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
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician (Fuel and Electrical Systems) Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician (Transmission) Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician (Steering, Suspension and Brakes) Trade Certification
• Motor Vehicle Repairer (Service Station Mechanic) Trade Certification
• HVAC Certificate
• Motor Vehicle Inspector Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate

Area of specialization

• Engine repair
• 4-wheel drive
• Electrical and electronic system
• Diesel engines
• Diagnostics
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Hydraulic 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

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Drive manual transmission vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Overtime required
• 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

Screening questions

• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Experience

• 5 years or more

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Pension plan