Automotive Technician - Dartmouth Chrysler Signing Bonus

AutoCanada Inc. • Dartmouth, NS

9d • Onsite

About The Position

At Dartmouth Chrysler, Technicians & Apprentices are the backbone of our shop. We recognize that their advanced technical expertise and Red Seal standards are essential to maintaining the high level of safety and reliability our customers expect. As an Automotive Technician, your primary responsibilities include diagnosing, testing, and repairing vehicle systems to ensure their security and functionality, using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment. You'll conduct preventative maintenance, inspect critical vehicle components such as brakes, fuel systems, and engines, and repair or replace parts as needed. In addition, you'll mentor apprentices and maintain a safe and efficient work environment. This is a Full-Time, Immediate Hire position with a signing bonus of $5,000 and a tailored payment plan to earn a range of $60,000-$95,000K, including flat rate and hourly pay opportunities, and a 3-month, hourly guarantee of 40 hours per week while adjusting to a flat-rate environment.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge in various makes and models
• A provincially recognized Journeyman Automotive Mechanic Certificate, completed or in process (Red Seal)
• Completion of a related post-secondary program and or training courses
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to operate electronic diagnostic equipment
• High level of integrity and work ethic
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving history
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada

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
• Diagnosing, testing, and repairing vehicle systems to ensure their security and functionality, using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment
• Conduct preventative maintenance
• Inspect critical vehicle components such as brakes, fuel systems, and engines
• Repair or replace parts as needed
• Mentor apprentices
• Maintain a safe and efficient work environment

Benefits

• Healthy Signing bonus! $5,000 for 3rd year apprentices as well, as Journeyman Technicians.
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
• Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service Plans
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs
• Professional development and the opportunity to grow your career

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees