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Apprentice - Kitchener

Kitchener, ON
On-site
Posted Sep 12, 2026
1 position

$20–$24 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Perform general maintenance and minor repairs on vehicles while ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and accurately. Maintain a clean shop environment and communicate effectively with shop foremen and service advisors regarding additional work requirements.

Job details

Kickstart Your Career as an Automotive Apprentice – Get Hands-On, Learn from the Best, and Accelerate Toward a High-Gear Future in the Auto Industry! Ready to Get Your Hands Dirty and Launch an Exciting Career in the Automotive Industry? As an Automotive Apprentice, you’ll be working side-by-side with experienced technicians, learning the skills and gaining the knowledge you need to become a fully licensed pro! Location: 353 Manitou Dr, Kitchener ON Compensation: $20-$24 per hour What You Will Be Doing: Perform services based on general maintenance and minor repairs. Perform the tasks described in the repair orders efficiently and accurately. Contact the shop foreman and/or service advisors if additional work is required. Use appropriate tools, test equipment, and report defective or poorly functioning equipment to the supervisor. Ensure that the shop is clean and tidy. Perform other tasks, based on management requirements and instructions What You Bring to the Table: High school education or equivalent 1+ years of auto service technician experience Working towards your 310S certification Strong communication skills Above average technical skills Valid G Driver's License and acceptable driving record So why work for us? The 401 Group of Companies is privately owned and 100% Canadian A fun, fast-paced, and high-energy work environment with exciting initiatives and rewarding perks. Personalized coaching, mentoring, and training focused on both individual growth and team success. Empowering you to grow with meaningful career path planning and advancement opportunities. Health & wellness benefit enrollment opportunities Employee referral bonus opportunities Perkopolis Enrollment On-site Parking The 401 Group of Companies, is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's fastest growing Elite Business Management Groups offering a full line of automotive, recreational vehicle, powersport and marine products and services. Our headquarters is located in the thriving city of Cambridge, Ontario. Our brands include but aren't limited to Kia, Mitsubishi, Volkswagen, Hyundai, Subaru, Honda, Nissan, Toyota, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Buick, GMC, Yamaha, 401 Auto Financing, CampMart and Grand River Boats. If you have a growth mindset like us, we'd love to see your resume and have a conversation. The opportunities at the 401 Group of Companies are endless! This posting reflects a current and active opening. Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. The 401 Group of Companies Recruiting Team is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact HR, 226-535-9077 or careers@401auto.ca We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest and only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school education or equivalent and at least one year of auto service technician experience. A valid G driver's license and progress toward 310S certification are required.

Benefits

• Health and wellness benefit enrollment • Employee referral bonus • Perkopolis enrollment • On-site parking • Personalized coaching • Mentoring • Training