Automotive Service Technician

About the role

Performance Kia Mayfield is looking for a 310S Licensed Automotive Service Technician to join our high-volume shop, offering a competitive compensation package including a flat hourly rate ranging from $30.00 - $34.00 per hour, a lucrative production bonus, a tool and boot allowance and a $5,000 signing bonus paid out after three and six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Examine all vehicles to determine if additional safety or service work is required.
• Prepare a complete report on the back of the repair order.
• Estimate flat rate times for each recommendation using supplied flat-rate manuals and the employer policies as a guide.
• Obtain parts prices and note availability for each recommendation.
• Perform all work as outlined on the front of the repair order and as authorized on the back, with efficiency and accuracy, and in accordance with company and factory standards.
• Order all parts when authorization is received, unless specifically told otherwise. Indicate on the RO that you have done so.
• Save and tag parts if the job is under warranty or insurance, or if requested by the customer.
• Road-test vehicles after service any time a wheel is removed, or any time a repair that might affect drivability is performed (tune‑up, valve adjustment, brake work, suspension work, rattle/noise repair, etc.). Straight oil changes or transmission fluid changes are excluded.
• Ensure that all work performed is thorough, accurate, and completed in a timely fashion.
• Supervise work of all apprentice technicians or students; report immediately any deficiencies to the Service Manager.
• Attend factory-sponsored training classes as scheduled by management.
• Attend dealer‑specified training courses as scheduled by management.
• Keep abreast of all factory technical bulletins.
• Learn and understand all current and emerging technologies as they apply to automobile service.
• Maintain a high degree of concentration to prevent “comebacks”.
• Ensure that customer cars are kept as clean or cleaner than when they arrived, both inside and out.
• Keep the shop area neat and clean at all times.
• Clean bay and bench at the end of each shift.
• Dispose of garbage, recycling, etc. as required.
• Understand and follow federal, provincial, and local regulations, such as those governing disposal of hazardous wastes.
• Other duties as required by management.

Requirements

• Automotive Service Technician, fully licensed (310S or higher).
• One to three years of experience with automotive mechanical operations.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• Must have a valid Ontario Driver’s License and good driving record.
• May be required to work on Saturday as per business needs.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong diagnostic skills and a willingness to learn.
• Must be team oriented, hardworking, strong work ethic, punctual with a positive attitude.

Benefits

• Excellent management support and guidance.
• Opportunities through our internal career mobility program.
• Access to health, dental and vision insurance.
• Tool and boot allowance.
• Competitive production bonus.
• Disability, critical illness and life insurance for the unexpected.
• Our employee assistance plan (EAP) for you and your family's wellness.
• Discount on vehicles, service and parts for you and your family.
• Discounts to retailers and service providers across the country.
• Free and engaging employee events.
• Community giving activities.

Employment details

• Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
• Compensation (expected flat hourly rate): $30.00 - $34.00 per hour under our skilled trades flat‑rate (piece work) compensation plan.
• Expected annual earnings: $60,000 - $100,000 per year, based on historical earnings at this location and typical productivity; actual earnings vary based on individual output and service department repair order volumes.