Journeyperson Automotive Service Technician

Job summary

Perform general mechanical services, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on passenger vehicles and light-duty fleets while maintaining high safety and quality standards. Mentor apprentices, collaborate with the service team, and identify potential service opportunities with the Sales team.

Job details

Retail Store Summary: Ready to drive your career forward and take the wheel of your future? If you love working with vehicles and take pride in delivering top-notch service, Kal Tire has the perfect opportunity for you! We’re looking for (Journeyperson/Journeyman) Automotive Service Technician to perform routine maintenance to complex repairs on compact cars, domestic vehicles and light-duty fleets. This full-time, permanent role is based in our 696 ARVIN AVE, STONEY CREEK, ON store. LDF Job Summary: Looking for an exciting opportunity as a (Journeyperson/Journeyman) Automotive Service Technician? Join our new Light Duty Fleet Centre at ABC location, where you’ll work in a dealership-level shop setup for all vehicle brands—handling everything routine maintenance to complex diagnostics, electrical systems, transmissions, engine repairs/replacements, and advanced troubleshooting. This full-service, B2B-focused environment is perfect for driven professionals ready to take on compact cars, domestic vehicles, and light-duty fleets. With competitive pay up to $ per hour and a dynamic, supportive team, this is your chance to accelerate your career—apply today! Key Highlights of the role: Enjoy a structured work schedule with hands-on mechanical tasks in a safe and well-equipped environment. Mentor apprentices and play a key role in developing the next generation of technicians. Unlock growth opportunities with a clear path to becoming a Lead Technician. Join a company that prioritizes safety, quality, and continuous growth. Thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment where your career can truly take off. Why Kal Tire? 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. This position offers starting wages of $38.00 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 an RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan) program with matching Profit Sharing (DPSP (Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan). Employee discounts on tires, services, and additional perks Responsibilities Perform a wide range of general mechanical services, including brake and suspension repairs, engine diagnostics, and routine maintenance. Mentor and coach apprentices by sharing your expertise and supporting their skill development in a learning-focused environment. Collaborate with a skilled team while working on various vehicles, from standard passenger cars to light trucks. Identify potential mechanical service opportunities in partnership with the Sales team. Maintain the highest standards of safety and quality in all tasks. Qualifications Fully licensed as an Automotive Service Technician (Journeyperson/Journeyman or Red Seal certified A valid driver’s license. Brings a minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience with front-end brakes, shocks, and wheel alignments. Experienced in performing inspections, diagnostics, adjustments, servicing, and repairs on a variety of vehicles. Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving. Kal Tire uses AI tools to support parts of recruitment, including but not limited to job posting and pre-screening. All interviews and hiring decisions are being made by Kal Tire’s hiring managers and recruiters. Kal Tire is committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to thrive. We embrace diverse perspectives and welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. If your qualifications align with the role, we'll connect with you to guide you through the next steps. Candidates considered for the role must be legally eligible to work for any employer in Canada. A Canadian Criminal Record Check may be required for certain positions as part of the final stages of the hiring process.

What you’ll do

Perform general mechanical services, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on passenger vehicles and light-duty fleets while maintaining high safety and quality standards. Mentor apprentices, collaborate with the service team, and identify potential service opportunities with the Sales team.

Requirements

Applicants must be fully licensed as an Automotive Service Technician, Journeyperson/Journeyman, or Red Seal technician and hold a valid driver's license. They must have at least three years of hands-on experience with front-end brakes, shocks, and wheel alignments, along with experience inspecting, diagnosing, servicing, adjusting, and repairing a variety of vehicles.

Benefits

• Extended Health Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• RRSP Matching
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Discounts

Listed skills

• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Quality assurance · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Automotive Repair
• Brake Repair
• Suspension Repair
• Engine Diagnostics
• Routine Maintenance
• Front-End Brakes
• Shock Replacement
• Wheel Alignment
• Vehicle Inspections
• Electrical Systems
• Transmission Repair
• Troubleshooting
• Apprentice Mentoring
• Problem-Solving
• Safety Compliance
• Quality Assurance
• Engine Repair
• Valid Driver's License
• Brakes
• Automotive Services
• Business To Business
• Sales
• Problem Solving
• Leadership Development
• Tires
• Suspension (Vehicle)
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Trades
• Retail
• Transportation
• Automotive Service Technician
• Automotive Service Technician / Mechanic
• Motor Vehicle Mechanics and Repairers
• Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics

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