car mechanic @ Sub Truck and Auto Service

Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. or equivalent experience. Work site environment: Dusty. Outdoors. Dirty. Hot. Noisy. Work setting: Workshop.

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.
• 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.
• Review work orders . Road test motor vehicles . 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.
• 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.
• Area of specialization: Engine repair.
• 4-wheel drive.
• 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.
• Auto body repair.
• Collision repair.
• Frame straightening.
• Fibreglass repair.
• Plastics repair.
• Auto body painting.
• Welding.
• Machining.
• Imported vehicles.
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system.
• Transportation/travel information: 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: Steel-toed safety boots.
• Personal suitability: Accurate.
• Client focus.
• Dependability.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Excellent written communication.
• Flexibility.
• Judgement.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Punctuality.
• Screening questions: Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
• Do you have experience working in this field?.
• Employment terms options: Early morning.
• Evening.
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years.
• Employment terms options: Morning.
• To be determined.
• Day.
• Weekend.
• Overtime required.
• Green job: Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes.
• Health benefits: Dental plan.
• Paramedical services coverage.
• Other benefits: Free parking available.
• Parking available.
• Support for youths: Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.