Kal Tire

Thunder Bay, ON

Kal Tire

Thunder Bay, ON

automotive service technician

Thunder Bay, ON (view on map)

Posted 3 days ago

Job Description

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Dirty
• Noisy

Work setting

• Garage

Tasks

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
• Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect motor in operation
• Review work orders
• Test automotive systems and components
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
• Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate

Inspection or testing specialization

• Transmission, axle, engine and brakes

Area of specialization

• Engine repair
• 4-wheel drive
• Electrical and electronic system
• Diagnostics
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Ignition and electrical system
• Standard transmission
• Front end components
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Driving record check (abstract)

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Parking available

Support for Indigenous people

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people

Supports for visible minorities

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities