apprentice motor vehicle mechanic

- Work Term: Permanent

- Work Language: English

- Hours: 30 to 44 hours per week

- Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

- Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

- or equivalent experience

- Tasks

- Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions

- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems

- Repair or replace mechanical units or components

- 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

- Provide customer service

- Replace parts as required

- Type of product

- Automotive parts and accessories

- Area of specialization

- Engine repair

- 4-wheel drive

- Electrical and electronic system

- 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

- Drive train components

- Imported vehicles

- Front end components

- Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system

- Security and safety

- Criminal record check

- Driving record check (abstract)

- Transportation/travel information

- Own transportation

- 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

- Tools

- Steel-toed safety boots

- Personal suitability

- Accurate

- Client focus

- Dependability

- Excellent oral communication

- Excellent written communication

- Flexibility

- Judgement

- Reliability

- Team player

- Screening questions

- Are you available for shift or on-call work?

- Are you available for the advertised start date?

- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

- Are you willing to relocate for this position?

- Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?

- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

- What is the highest level of study you have completed?

- What is your current field of study?

- What is your current level of study?

- Green job

- Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

- Financial benefits

- Group insurance benefits