Apprentice Automotive Service Technician – Level 1 to 2 Sparwood, BC
Description
Apprentice Automotive Service Technician – Level 1 to 2
Sparwood, BC
Role Description
Are you a passionate 1st or 2nd-year Automotive Apprentice hungry for a chance to turbocharge your skills? Step into the driver's seat of opportunity at our Sparwood, BC location. Immerse yourself in a dynamic environment committed to nurturing your potential and propelling your career forward.
As you journey with us, you'll not only refine your craft but also unlock exciting pathways for growth. Upon exceeding expectations during the probationary period and accumulating the required hours for advancing your apprenticeship, Kal Tire proudly extends support. We'll cover the costs for your tuition, accommodation, and essential textbooks while you attend the esteemed BCIT training program, ensuring your success every step of the way.
Job Responsibilities
As a 1st or 2nd-year Automotive Apprentice, your role will involve:
- Work closely with experienced mechanics to learn and understand automotive repair procedures.
- Perform routine tasks such as oil changes, tire rotations, and filter replacements.
- Gradually take on more complex repair tasks, such as brake replacements, engine tune-ups, and suspension repairs, under supervision.
- Enhance diagnostic skills by actively participating in troubleshooting and problem-solving activities.
- Upholding a safety-first mindset, consistently adhering to PPE and safety protocols.
Job Requirements
To excel in this role, you should possess:
- Enrollment in and active pursuit of levels 1 or 2 of apprenticeship training.
- Physical stamina, with the ability to comfortably lift up to 50lbs at shoulder height.
- A commitment to safety, valuing the use of required PPE, and adherence to safety guidelines.
- A valid Driver’s License.
What We Offer
In return for your dedication and expertise, we provide:
- Full-time position with 40 hours/week, providing stability and consistency.
- This position pays $22.50 - $27.55/hr. We offer a clear path for career advancement with wage increases along the way.
- Comprehensive medical and dental benefits for your well-being.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program for holistic support.
- Participation in a defined contribution pension plan, coupled with a group RRSP/DPSP matching initiative.
- Exclusive discounts on tires and mechanical services.
- Ample opportunities for professional advancement, including enriching training programs, mentorship, and tuition reimbursement.
Hiring Process
As part of our standard hiring process, prospective Team Members at the Job Offer stage will be requested to undergo a Canadian Criminal Record Check.
Our Inclusive Culture
At Kal Tire, we're dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to succeed. We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives and skills. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
Solving our customers’ automotive challenges and making a positive impact - It’s how we roll, and it’s been that way since Tom Foord opened the doors to Kal Tire in 1953 in beautiful Vernon, BC. Over the years, we’ve become a trusted partner for large and small industries and fleets across Canada. Our customers rely on our expertise, our make-it-happen approach to service, and our lineup of the most trusted tire brands in over 260 retail locations coast to coast. Kal Tire is also the largest truck re-treader in Canada, with 11 retread facilities across Canada and internationally, and has a state-of-the-art tire recycling facility in Chile, where 40% of the weight of scrap tires is recycled to return to mines as an alternative fuel. In addition, Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group is an international leader in mining tire service and supply, servicing more than 150 mine sites across five continents. Kal Tire offers a culture that fosters inclusion and respect. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the AODA and AMA. Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment or employment process. Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements known.