Employment - Ford - Automotive Service Technician

Ford - Automotive Service Technician

Colbourne Auto

Full-Time Permanent

Weekdays

Description

Organization Description

Are you looking to get involved with an automotive dealership that offers the right incentives and places the right emphasis on customer-facing service that comes with expert, friendly advice? If you are a passionate automotive expert with technical skills or you want to be a salesperson that appreciates and understands how to interact with people and provide the top-notch assistance that has made Colbourne Ford the best of its kind, then we want to hear from you!

At Colbourne Ford our vision is simple: to be unwavering in our commitment to customer satisfaction, to treat every customer like they are family and to offer fair, competitive pricing. 

Job Description

This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced work environment serving Colbourne Ford service customers.  As a front-line technician, you will have an important role servicing customers vehicles in a fast paced environment. 

Job Duties

Working with our Service Manager, Team of Service Advisors, Parts Consultants and fellow technicians, the technician will:

  • Perform preventive and routine maintenance on vehicles such as oil changes, mount and balancing of tires, brakes and replacement of suspension components.
  • Provide vehicle repair and maintenance for internal and warranty work.
  • Review work orders, reports, and estimates; Plan work to be completed.
  • Inspect damages, diagnose necessary repairs, and perform vehicle inspections.
  • Plan and perform repairs; Adjust, repair, or replace parts as needed.
  • Test automotive systems, adjust repaired systems, and ensure all systems are in line with manufacturers performance standards.
  • Take ownership and accountability for delivering excellent customer service; Advise customers on recommended repairs, and work completed.

Employment Conditions

  • Competitive salary including benefits
  • Salary/wages: 32.84 - 35.87 per hour
  • Full-time permanent; 40 - 60 hours per week
  • Benefits: Disability; Dental; Pension; Extended medical
  • Vacation: 10 days

Requirements and Qualifications

Personal qualifications:

  • Able to lift heavier items
  • Must be mobile and able to spend extended periods of time lifting and carrying items that would be considered heavy/bulky
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication skills, team collaboration, and attention to detail

Qualifications:

  • Education: Trade or technical school; Apprenticeship
  • Minimum English CLB 5 required
  • Fully certified technician with Ford-specific training
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driver’s abstract

Assets:

  • Experience with PBS dealer management system
How To Apply

Colbourne Auto will be accepting applications for this position via email. Please follow the instructions below carefully. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

Applications may be submitted by email no later than July 31st, 2024 to:

Applications must include a resume and cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the position.

Email Address: talentconnect@capebretonpartnership.com Apply here

Willing to hire International Applicants

This employment opportunity is open for qualified and eligible opportunity seekers domestically and internationally.

Applications will be considered regardless of working status in Canada.

Location Information
Community
Grand Lake Road
County
Cape Breton Regional Municipality
Province
Nova Scotia
Country
Canada
Opportunity Information
Employer
Colbourne Auto
NOC Code
Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers (72410)
Experience Required
Yes
Available Openings
2
Pay Type
Hourly
Pay Period
To be Determined
Remuneration Per Pay Period
Estimated Weekly Hours
40.00
Start Date
August 1st 2024
End Date
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Language
English
Language Proficiency Level
Posted on
June 27th 2024
Expires
July 31st 2024