Automotive Service Technician

About the role

Join Canadian Tire Yarmouth as an Automotive Service Technician. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain commercial trucks and automotive systems in a fast‑paced garage environment. The role requires close collaboration with supervisors and excellent customer communication.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and locate faults in mechanical units, engines, and automotive systems.
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of both automotive and truck‑trailer systems.
• Road‑test vehicles and verify that repairs meet manufacturer specifications.
• Estimate parts and labour costs and complete scheduled maintenance services.
• Document problems, work performed, and provide detailed reports.
• Coach and instruct apprentices while delivering high‑quality customer service.

Required profile

• Accurate, dependable, client‑focused with excellent oral and written communication.
• Ability to work in a dusty, noisy, hot garage, stand for extended periods, and use personal tools and safety equipment.
• Valid driver’s licence and ability to operate manual‑transmission vehicles.

Required skills

• Mechanical diagnostics and fault isolation.
• Vehicle road testing and performance verification.
• Parts and labour cost estimation.
• Scheduled maintenance procedures.

What we offer

• Dental, health care, and vision care plans.
• Bonus, group insurance, and Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP).
• Free parking on site.