Automotive Technician

Company : AutoCanada Inc / 417 Nissan

Position : Automotive Technician

Classification : Full Time, Onsite

Compensation : Flat Rate

AutoCanada , the largest publicly-traded automotive group in Canada, is NOW HIRING an experienced Automotive Technician (310S) to work at 417 Nissan in Ottawa! This is your opportunity to get your foot in the door with an automotive group that believes in growing our talent, connecting with the communities that we serve, and building a brand that is recognized across North America for our commitment to integrity and customer service.

If you share our passion for people, automobiles, and making money then we want to talk to you about a new career with St. James Volkswagen!!!

AutoCanada believes that taking care of our team members and setting them up for long-term success is what sets us apart from our competitors.

That’s why AutoCanada is proud to offer our full-time employees the following benefits to aid in their well-being and performance :

• Competitive pay plans and a motivated group of AutoCanada employees to work alongside
• Dental and vision insurance
• Prescription insurance that can discount purchases up to 80%
• Paid holiday and flex time for full time AutoCanada employees
• Employee vehicle purchase & service programs
• Employee assistance programs focused on health & wellness
• Company-wide appreciation events and contests throughout the calendar year
• Professional development and the opportunity to grow your career with a North American automotive group operating in Canada and the United States

Job Responsibilities :

• Performing vehicle repairs and / or maintenance work as outlined on RO with efficiency and accuracy, performing all duties in accordance with dealership and OEM standards
• Communicating with Parts and Service Advisors regularly to effectively manage production / repairs, cycle times and customer communication
• Conducting multi-point inspections to make appropriate recommendations for repairs while ensuring the safety and reliability of any vehicle that has been repaired prior to them being returned to the customer
• Document all work performed on the vehicle RO by creating a story in the on the associated repair order, in a manner consistent with OEM standards, ensuring payment of warranty work is provided by the manufacturer
• Maintain an inventory of common automotive technician’s tools not normally inventoried by the Service department as a store-provided piece of equipment
• Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins and participate in factory-sponsored training classes as required
• Providing an exceptional repair experience to drive customer loyalty and department revenue

Requirements :

• Are available to work part time hours, to be discussed at intrview.
• A provincially recognized Journeyman Automotive Mechanic Certificate, completed or in process (310S)
• Red Seal Certification would be beneficial
• Completion of a related post-secondary program and or training courses
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to operate electronic diagnostic equipment
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team
• High level of integrity and work ethic
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving history

Work Conditions :

• Indoor / outdoor shop environment subject to changing temperatures in hot and cold climates where physically vigorous work is, or may be, required
• Subject to regular exposure to fumes, dust / dirt, oil, grease, and noise from equipment operation
• Work around and operate machinery and other motorized equipment, including operation of motor vehicles with automatic and manual transmissions
• Sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling object(s) weighing up to 75 pounds
• Manipulate hands and fingers to operate a variety of specialized tools and equipment
• Reach overhead, the shoulder and horizontally to reach and place materials and equipment in certain areas
• Occasional bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, turning and twisting to reach various vehicle parts in need of repair
• Occasional carrying, pushing, or pulling boxes and other vehicle repair equipment to facilitate repairs
• Clarity of vision at varying distances in various color shades to observe diagnostic instruments, manuals, and other printed information
• Verbal, auditory, and written capabilities to effectively communicate in an articulate manner
30+ days ago