Are you training to become a professional Automotive Service Technician? Are you happy with your current work environment and the level of hands-on development and training provided to you?

Are you receiving the proper balance of learning and career development or is it all about productivity?

As an apprentice at Autoplace you will receive training in the following areas and more:

Domestic and Imports, all years, makes, and models.
Hands on Training in all areas including, alignment, AC , and electrical diagnostic.
Instruction in working with state of the art equipment with emphasis on diagnostic training.
Personal Journeyman supervision and guidance, teaching you tips and tricks to allow you to become productive with your time so that when you graduate you can be a leader and a top income earner.
We believe in making school attendance a priority, provide funding assistance, and a salary that aligns with apprenticeship guidelines.

As a family owned, well established shop in the same location for 45 years we can offer a more flexible and tailored work experience than many other repair facilities.

If you are currently working as an apprentice in the industry and are looking for more, then we would like to speak with you.

You must have some previous relevant work experience and be currently enrolled in a Canadian Automotive Apprenticeship learning program.

You must have a valid class 5 drivers licence, be in good health and able to lift heavy parts and components.

Candidates should have a basic toolbox with hand tools, be punctual, and able to follow instructions and take direction.

Work references to be provided prior to hiring.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

Salary: $22.00-$34.00 per hour depending on level of apprenticeship training

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

The work environment is a well-established 7 Bay automotive repair shop that has been family owned and operated in the same location since 1978. We service domestic, and import models, and provide a wide variety of services that allows for personal and professional development in the repair trade. Other companies within our group include retail sales and entertainment.

Flexible work schedules are available that can be designed to fit your life. We utilize a noncommission-based salary so you can focus on the quality of the repair. Our goal is to assist our clients with vehicle care and maintenance, diagnose customer concerns, and to perform repairs in an efficient and cost-effective manner to get our customers back on the road.

Ideally, you would hold a Red Seal Certificate, have BC Inspectors Designation, and a "Fix it right the first time" attitude. Alternately, an apprentice third or fourth level. Diagnostic and problems solving abilities, with a passion for helping customers is required. Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure with simultaneous deadlines. Must be able to work on all makes and models and perform and record all duties as outlined on repair orders. Drive manual and automatic transmission vehicles. Maintain and keep shop equipment operating and in proper condition. Competency in internet, computerized diagnostic and repair equipment and shop software. Electric vehicle repair upgrades available for Journeyman (woman) candidates. Additional upgrade and training modules available. Once established, benefits can be tailored to meet individual needs.

Class 5 license with clean driving abstract required. Wages dependant on experience and training level with Journeyman (woman) starting wages of up to $38-42/HR

Work references are required.

Please email your cover letter, resume, and a minimum of two work related references to:

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION HERE

Looking for an opportunity not listed above. We are always interested to hear from talented workers looking to join our team.