310S Automotive Service Technician
Description
- Work Smarter, Not Harder: Enjoy a predictable, structured schedule in a modern, safety-first shop—fully equipped to handle today’s advanced vehicles across all makes and models.
- Be the Expert Clients Count On: Take pride in delivering complete, top-tier mechanical solutions that keep drivers confident and vehicles running at their best.
- Grow the Trade, Grow Your Legacy: Pay it forward by mentoring apprentices and shaping the next generation of skilled techs—your knowledge makes the whole team stronger.
- Advance Your Career with Purpose: Set your sights on becoming a Lead Technician or Head Tech, with clear pathways for advancement and leadership
- We are a proudly Canadian, people-first organization with global reach, our aim is that the career of every team member is supported by quality leadership, training, and opportunities for advancement.
- We offer a structured work schedule and pride ourselves on having a supportive and safe work environment.
- This position pays $37.93 per hour. We offer a clear path for career advancement with wage increases along the way.
- Extended group health, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible full-time and part-time permanent employees.
- Participate in our Profit-Sharing program, RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan) matching, and Paid vacation.
- A team member discount program that offers discounts on tires, services and more.
- Perform a wide range of general mechanical services, including brake and suspension repairs, engine diagnostics, and routine maintenance.
- Mentor and coach apprentices, sharing your expertise and helping develop their skills in a supportive, learning-focused environment.
- Collaborate with a highly skilled team, working on various vehicles, from standard passenger cars to light trucks.
- Assist in identifying potential mechanical opportunities with the Sales team.
- Ensure the highest standards of safety and quality are maintained.
- You are certified as an Automotive Service Technician Journeyperson/Journeyman (Red Seal) or Licensed Mechanic.
- A valid driver’s license
- Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in front-end brakes, shocks, and wheel alignment.
- Skilled at inspections, diagnostics, adjustments, service, and repair on various vehicles.
- Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach to problem-solving.
- Motivated, Positive attitude, respectful work environment, and work with team members in a positive atmosphere.
- Being safety conscious is of utmost importance - always wear required PPE and follow instructed work 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.