Automotive Service Technician - Red Seal

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions (US) and FSA options (US)
• Immediately vested 401K (US) or RRSP (Canada) with company match

• Knowledgeable: share expertise to assist other technicians.
• Reliable: dependable and can be counted on to complete tasks.
• Detail-oriented: keen attention to detail and pride in quality work.
• Careful: mindful of surroundings and safe working practices.
• Organized: able to work in a fast paced environment and prioritize tasks.

• Complete general repair services by conducting mechanical inspections and repairs including brake jobs, exhaust system jobs, front end alignments, ball joints, air conditioning, maintenance of auction vehicles and external referrals for transmission work.
• Deliver general maintenance services by conducting oil and fluid changes, tire changes, general vehicle check overs and related duties while ensuring safety procedures are followed.
• Conduct frame inspections of vehicle undercarriages to ensure no cracks, bends or other damage exists.
• Complete pre and post sale inspections including test drives.
• Complete motor vehicle safety inspections, conducting body, frame and damage checks, transmission, differential and overall powertrain checks, and complete required safety checklist for confirmation of work completed.
• Perform general shop maintenance, pull up vehicles into the shop, and test drive vehicles for diagnosis of repairs required.
• Provide guidance and assistance to apprentice technicians learning the trade.
• Assist with sourcing parts and providing quotes to customers.
• Assist with completing work orders including parts and labor entries.
• Schedule flexibility may be required, including Saturday shifts.

• Red Seal Automotive Service Technician Certification.
• Experience in repair and service of mechanical, electrical and electronic systems and components on a variety of vehicles.
• Valid Class 5 Drivers’ License.
• Basic computer skills and ability to utilize smartphone.

• License to complete Motor Vehicle Inspections (MVI).
• 5+ years experience.
• Proven team player abilities.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills with a positive and professional attitude.
• Motivated self-starter who can work in a fast-paced environment.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by incumbents in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instruction or duties requested by an authorized person. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

OPENLANE is an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace.