Description

Apprentice 2,3,4/ Red Seal Automotive Service Technician - Grande Prairie, AB

Reporting to the Store Manager, the Automotive Service Technician holds a provincially recognized ticket, conducts maintenance on a wide range of vehicles in a fast-paced and customer service oriented, retail environment. They are skilled at inspections, diagnostics, adjustments, automotive service and general maintenance.

What do we offer?

• Competitive Wages (Up to $45/hr depending on experience)
• Dental, vision, prescription, massage therapy, EAP benefits and more.
• Profit Sharing program, RRSP matching, Paid vacation
• We provide a comprehensive, paid training program and access to the latest skills to gain the necessary edge in todays market.
• A perks program that offers employee discounts on tires, services and more.
• Working with a well-established company – Kal Tire is celebrating its 70th year in business; and we’re still growing!
• Advancement opportunities at every level

What kind of person are we looking for?

• You have successfully completed your Journeyperson Automotive Red Seal with experience in front end brakes/ are a registered Apprentice in 2, 3 or 4th level Automotive
• like working within a high energy, fast paced team environment.
• You’re skilled at inspections, diagnostics, adjustments, service, and repair on a wide variety of vehicles.
• You’ve had some experience teaching/ training Automotive Service Technician Apprentices.
• You can assist in identifying potential mechanical opportunities with the Sales team.
• You have a valid drivers license.
• You’re active throughout your day and have no problem lifting 30-50lb as needed.
• You’re safety conscious, wear your required PPE and follow safety protocols.

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.