Automotive Service Technician
Automotive service technicians possess a full range of knowledge and abilities required to perform preventative maintenance, diagnose problems and repair vehicles systems including engines, vehicle management, hybrids, steering, braking, tires, wheels, drivetrains, suspension, electrical, electronics, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC). Automotive service technicians may choose to specialize in any of these services.
Skills
- Comfortable working with machinery
- Good at working with my hands
- Physically capable
Personality Traits
- Creative
- Eager to learn
- Focused, with good attention to detail
- Mechanically inclined
Salary Range
Career Roadmap
Registered Apprentice (Mid Level Position)
Certified Automotive Service Technician
Automotive Service Technician – Red Seal (Advancement)
Shop Foreman / Shop Manager (Advancement)
Service manager or Shop Owner Opportunities (Advancement)
Keys to Success
- Post-secondary training
- Strong organizational skills
- Red Seal Certification
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as a team
- Attention to detail
Job Training
An Automotive Service Technician requires post-secondary technical training. The following training programs are available:
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