Automotive Apprentice - Vancouver, Canada - Canadian Tire Store #604

Canadian Tire Store #604

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

We are looking for 1 FULL-TIME and 1-2 PART-TIME Level 2-4 Automotive Service Apprentice with a passion for cars and the automotive industry

NOTE:
This is at the Grandview and Bentall location in Vancouver.

Summary
The Automotive Service Apprentice works in a fast-paced Automotive Service Centre environment. Key responsibilities include oil and lube service, tire installation, tire rotation and balancing and light vehicle maintenance and repairs.

Communication skills and a good, working knowledge of most automobiles and light trucks are essential to succeed in this position.

Responsibilities and Tasks

Customer Service_
Provides an excellent customer experience by ensuring an ongoing commitment to the needs of the customer and their vehicle.
Draws attention to additional work required on customer's vehicle.
Assists in explaining procedures and repairs and any additional required maintenance work to customers, in an effort to attain a trusting relationship and longterm retention.
Liaises with Service Manager/Service Advisors/Licensed Automobile Technicians and Automotive Parts Associates in order to ensure a smooth flow of communication during repairs or maintenance work and that all commitments are achieved.
Provides accurate estimates and written vehicle reports for all work performed. Performs tasks in compliance with industry flat rate time allowances.
Provides quality workmanship to meet or exceed industry standards.
Ensures that an unsafe vehicle is reported to management and vehicle owner.
Operations_
Performs lube, oil and filter changes.
Removes, installs, rotates and balances tires.
Performs minor repairs, maintenance, inspections and basic tune ups that do not require the presence of a Licensed Automobile Technician.
Performs Registered Imported Vehicles (RIV) inspections.
Services transmission.
Maintains neatness/cleanliness of bays through regular inspections.
Maintains company and personallyowned equipment and tools, as required.
Is respectful of all shop tools and equipment.
Participates in meetings and all training as required and listens to feedback to improve their own abilities.
Complies with company, store and Automotive Service Centre policies.
Abides by all health and safety programs and regulations. Reports any observed or potential hazards immediately.
Uses professional language and maintains a professional appearance (e.g., uniform, hygiene, grooming and name tag) when interacting with others.
Completes other tasks, as required.

Requirements:

Knowledge of current automobile technology.
Valid B.C. driver's licence.
Ability to work effectively with computerized systems.
Good working knowledge of CoStar is considered an asset.
Basic math skills.
Automotive Service Technician Level 2, 3 or
Experience in a similar role, in a Canadian Tire Automotive Service Centre, is considered an asset.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions
In compliance with the store's Health and Safety Policies and Procedures:

Standing/walking for 8 hours.
Lifting and/or carrying of merchandise items, as required, on a regular, frequent and unassisted basis. Merchandise item may vary in weight from "light" to "heavy".
Lifting and turning repeatedly throughout the shift. Lifting above the shoulder, from floor to shoulder and floor to waist.
Going up and down a ladder while carrying merchandise.
Walking and carrying things at the same time and pushing/pulling, as required.
Twisting, turning, reaching and working above shoulder level.

Background Check Requirements

Reference Check
Employment Verifications
Criminal Background Check
Credit Check

Part-time hours: 0-40 per week

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary:
$18.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits: