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Join Our Team as a Service Technician - Motor Vehicle Repair!
Company: Valley Ford
Location: Kentville, NS
Job Category: Automotive
About the Job
Are you a skilled automotive technician looking for a permanent position in a dynamic environment? Valley Ford is seeking a dedicated Service Technician to join our team! With a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, we pride ourselves on providing top-notch service to our clients.
Work Setting
- Motor vehicle repair shop
Key Responsibilities
As a Service Technician, you will:
- Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions.
- Confirm findings with your supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace units.
- Review work orders and perform scheduled maintenance service.
- Road test motor vehicles and test automotive systems and components.
- Adjust, repair, or replace parts and components of automotive systems.
- Estimate parts and labor costs for vehicle maintenance and repairs.
- Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements.
- Complete reports to record problems and work performed.
- Coach and instruct apprentices.
- Provide exceptional customer service.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you should possess:
- Permanent work term.
- Fluency in English.
- 42.5 hours of work per week.
- Other trades certificate or diploma.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive repair.
Certificates and Licenses
Required certifications include:
- 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
Your expertise should include:
- Engine repair.
- 4-wheel drive.
- Electrical and electronic systems.
- Diesel engines.
- Diagnostics.
- Alignment, steering, and suspension.
- Brake systems.
- Hydraulic systems.
- Fuel and emission systems.
- Ignition and electrical systems.
- Automatic and standard transmissions.
- Drive train components.
- Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
Work Conditions
In this fast-paced environment, you will need:
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
- Manual dexterity and the ability to stand for extended periods.
- Flexibility to work overtime as required.
Personal Suitability
The ideal candidate will be:
- Accurate and dependable.
- Client-focused with excellent oral and written communication skills.
- A reliable team player with good judgment.
Health and Financial Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Dental plan.
- Health care plan.
- Vision care benefits.
- Pension plan.
Salary
Compensation for this role ranges from $28.00 to $30.00 hourly (to be negotiated).
Join Us!
If you are ready to take the next step in your automotive career and be part of a dedicated team at Valley Ford, we encourage you to apply!
Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.