Automotive Technician [NOC-72410]

The BMW Store

OpenRoad Auto Group Limited

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: As Soon as Possible

Language: English

Positions: 1

Job Location: 1740 West 5th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, V6J 1P2

Hours of Work: 40 hours

Salary: $47.00 / hour

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Receive repair orders from dispatch tower/Service Advisor and perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Use computerized diagnostic and other testing devices to diagnose and isolate faults.
• Perform scheduled maintenance (oil changes, lubrication, tune-ups).
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer performance specs.
• Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts. Save and tag parts if the job is under warranty or if requested by the customer.
• Examine the vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required.
• Advise Service Advisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the time promised.
• Inform dispatcher when the job is started, finished, or interrupted. Be particularly attentive to repair orders on vehicles marked RUSH or CUSTOMER WAITING.
• Complete and maintain documentation of work performed.
• Road-test vehicles to quality-check work performed.
• Supervise the work of any apprentice technicians as assigned to you by management.
• Attend factory-sponsored training classes. Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
• Ensure that customers cars are kept clean.
• Keep the shop area neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
• Comply with Federal, Provincial and Municipal regulations, such as those governing the disposal of hazardous wastes
• Assist in creating quotes for additional work required.
• Keep up to date on online training as required
• Follow company safety policies and practices, and immediately, report any and all accidents to a Manager/Supervisor.
• This position will be expected to perform other duties as assigned by management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
• Must be a fully licensed Technician.
• 2-3 years experience working on European Vehicles
• Possess strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills in order to maintain optimal customer satisfaction.
• A highly self-motivated and organized individual.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills to effectively work with other members of the Service Department team.
• Must be committed to consistently delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.
• A valid Canadian driver's license, and the ability to provide drivers abstract for review.