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Automotive Service Technicians, Truck and Bus Mechanics and Mechanical Repairers  (NOC 7321)
Kitchener--Waterloo--Barrie Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Automotive service technicians and truck and bus mechanics inspect, diagnose, repair and service mechanical, electrical and electronic systems and components of cars, buses, and light and commercial transport trucks. They are employed by motor vehicle dealers, garages, truck and trailer dealerships, fleet maintenance companies, and service stations, automotive specialty shops, transportation companies and retail establishments which have automotive service shops. This unit group also includes mechanical repairers who perform major repairs and replacement of mechanical units on newly assembled motor vehicles. They are employed by motor vehicle manufacturing companies.

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Automotive service technicians perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor
  • Inspect motor in operation, road test motor vehicle, and test automotive systems and components using computerized diagnostic and other testing devices to diagnose and isolate faults
  • Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems including fuel system, brakes, steering and suspension, engine and drive train, emission control and exhaust, cooling and climate control, and electrical and electronic systems using hand tools and other specialized automotive repair equipment
  • Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's performance specifications
  • Perform scheduled maintenance service, such as oil changes, lubrications and tune ups
  • Advise customers on work performed, general vehicle condition and future repair requirements.
Mechanical repairers, motor vehicle manufacturing, perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Inspect and test mechanical units, such as engines, transmissions, axles and brake systems, to locate faults and malfunctions
  • Diagnose faults or malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
  • Repair or replace mechanical units or components using hand and power tools
  • Test and adjust units to specifications for proper performance
  • Complete reports to record problems and work performed.
Truck and transport and truck-trailer mechanics perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems including chassis, frame, cab, body, engine and drive train, air brakes, steering, and fuel, hydraulic, electrical and electronic systems
  • Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems including structural, brake and electrical systems.

Workers in this unit group may specialize in the following areas: engine and fuel systems, transmission systems, air conditioning, cooling and heating systems, steering, alignment, brakes, drive lines, suspension, electrical and electronic systems, truck-trailer repair or diagnostic services.

Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Barrie, Cambridge, Guelph, Kitchener, Orillia, Waterloo, Bradford West Gwillimbury, Collingwood, Innisfil, Midland, New Hamburg, New Tecumseth, Orangeville, Penetanguishene, Port McNicoll, Shelburne, Alliston, Ayr, Beeton, Buena Vista Park, Cardwell, Cookstown, Cumberland Beach, Elmira, Elmvale, Purple Hill, Rockcut, Rockwood, Starrview Acres, St. Jacobs, Tottenham

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Jobs for Automotive Service Technicians, Truck and Bus Mechanics and Mechanical Repairers in Kitchener--Waterloo--Barrie Region

Job opportunities from Job Bank and contributing job sites are updated daily.

There are 31 job postings in Kitchener--Waterloo--Barrie Region.

Table of job opportunities for your chosen occupation at the regional level.
Date Posted Job Title Employer Location Source
2013-05-13 Truck trailer mechanic (Truck & Trailer Technician, Mobile) Always On Call Ltd.
  • Kitchener
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2013-05-13 Automobile mechanic (LICENSED - CLASS A) F.A.S.T.
  • Orillia
Job Bank Job Bank
2013-05-11 automotive technician GLENCO AUTOMOTIVE (24242)
  • Cambridge
  • Waterloo
  • Kitchener
Workopolis Workopolis
2013-05-10 Truck mechanic Para Mech Systems Ltd.
  • Kitchener
Job Bank Job Bank
2013-05-10 Apprentice mechanic, trucks and transport vehicles (Third or Fourth Year Apprentice) Para Mech Systems Ltd.
  • Kitchener
Job Bank Job Bank
2013-05-09 Truck mechanic Challenger Motor Freight Inc.
  • Cambridge
Job Bank Job Bank
2013-05-08 Automotive technician - brakes systems (Full Service Automotive Technician) 1353992 Ont. Inc. o/a True Centre
  • Guelph
Job Bank Job Bank
2013-05-08 Truck mechanic (Senior Licensed) PDI
  • Guelph
Job Bank Job Bank
2013-05-08 Automotive mechanic (Drive ability & Electrical a must!) Vic's Auto Fix
  • Midland
Job Bank Job Bank
2013-05-03 automotive mechanical repairer Rhino Liner Protective Coatings Inc.
  • Cambridge
Monster Monster
2013-05-02 Apprentice motor vehicle mechanic Moffatt's Mazda
  • Barrie
Job Bank Job Bank

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