Apprentice Technician
About The Position
The Apprentice Technician diagnoses, repairs, and maintains vehicles to support safe and reliable operation. The role includes inspections, alignment adjustments, tire services, and general vehicle maintenance using specialized automotive tools and equipment. The apprentice works with the shop team to maintain efficiency, quality, and safety standards, and develops mechanical knowledge while assisting with repairs under supervision and learning from experienced technicians. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, accountable, customer-focused, and a team player with a strong work ethic.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in automotive repair or 2–4 years of hands-on training in automotive maintenance.
- At least 1 year of experience as an alignment technician or completion of a post-secondary vocational program in automotive technology.
- Extensive knowledge of tire installation, wheel balancing, and diagnosing ride disturbances.
- Growing knowledge of steering, suspension, and general vehicle maintenance.
- Proficiency with standard automotive diagnostic tools and repair equipment.
- Solid understanding of automotive systems and repair procedures.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Strong safety orientation and ability to follow safety procedures and use personal protective equipment.
- Strong work ethic, teamwork, adaptability, communication, time management, accountability, organization, problem-solving, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and maintain a professional approach in physically demanding situations.
- Customer-focused approach and ability to build relationships.
Responsibilities
- Develop and apply growing mechanical knowledge of engine operations, cooling systems, brakes, steering and suspension, HVAC, and general vehicle maintenance.
- Assist with and perform basic automotive repairs under supervision.
- Shadow and learn from experienced team members, including Technicians, Master Technicians, and Alignment Technicians.
- Support shop operations by maintaining tools and equipment and keeping a clean work environment.
- Follow safety procedures and company standards while completing assigned tasks.
- Perform vehicle inspections, alignment adjustments, tire services, and general maintenance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
