Automotive Technician

About Myers

Myers Automotive Group is all about Ottawa. The people on our team are your friends and neighbours. Our kids go to school together, play sports together, and succeed together. We sit on parents’ councils and volunteer with you to make good things happen. We sponsor teams and charity events. We are the community we serve.

We stand behind a solid reputation that we built the “hard way”: By attracting the best staff and the best customers, from one generation after another. From founder to Hank Mews in 1975, and then to his sons Harry and Rob in 2003, each leader of Myers Automotive Group has unwaveringly committed to Ottawa. This dedication fueled Myers' growth to a robust enterprise with 17 dealerships and 3 CARSTAR collision centres, employing nearly 1,000 staff.

Come join our team!

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

 Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Dirty
• Noisy

Work setting

• Garage
• Workshop

Responsibilities

1. Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unitTasks
2. Discuss work with supervisor
3. Inspect motor in operation
4. Review work orders
5. Road test motor vehicles
6. Test automotive systems and components
7. Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
8. Repair or replace mechanical units or components
9. Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
10. Perform scheduled maintenance service
11. Test and adjust units to specifications
12. Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
13. Complete reports to record problems and work performed
14. Coach and instruct apprentices
15. Diagnose and locate circuit, component and equipment faults

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

1. Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
2. Tire, wheel and rim mechanic
3. Automotive Service Technician (Fuel and Electrical Systems) Trade Certification
4. Automotive Service Technician (Transmission) Trade Certification
5. Automotive Service Technician (Steering, Suspension and Brakes) Trade Certification
6. Motor Vehicle Repairer (Service Station Mechanic) Trade Certification
7. Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification
8. Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
9. Automotive Service Technician Red Seal Certificate

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

1. Engine repair
2. 4-wheel drive
3. Electrical and electronic system
4. Diesel engines
5. Diagnostics
6. Alignment, steering and suspension
7. Brake system
8. Hydraulic system
9. Fuel and emission system
10. Ignition and electrical system
11. Automatic transmission
12. Standard transmission
13. Engine repair and overhaul
14. Imported vehicles
15. Front end components
16. Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Drive manual transmission vehicle

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
• Punctuality

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Commission
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Travel insurance