Journeyman Automotive Service Technician / Red Seal Mechanic

Great Technicians Deserve a Great Team

At Harris Oceanside GM, our service department operates like a high-performance sports team.

Every position matters. Communication matters. Preparation matters. We hold one another accountable, step up when a teammate needs support, and celebrate great performance together.

We are looking for a skilled, motivated Journeyman Automotive Service Technician who takes pride in quality workmanship and wants to be part of a professional, productive, and positive shop.

If you are tired of unnecessary drama, poor communication, inconsistent workflow, or feeling like your development has stalled, this may be the opportunity you have been waiting for.

Why Join Harris Oceanside GM?

We believe talented technicians should be supported, respected, and given the opportunity to grow.

Our leadership team is committed to creating an environment built around:

• Consistent communication and teamwork
• Strong workflow and efficient dispatch
• Personal and professional development
• Manufacturer training and certification
• Clean, organized, and properly prepared workspaces
• Accountability at every level
• Recognition for effort and performance
• A positive shop culture with no room for toxic attitudes
• A never-ending improvement mentality
• Delivering an outstanding customer experience

You will not simply be filling a bay. You will be joining a team that wants you to succeed.

What We Offer

• Industry-leading technician compensation
• Consistent service traffic and earning opportunities
• Modern, professional shop equipment
• Organized workflow and dispatch support
• Factory training through General Motors
• Ongoing technical and professional-development opportunities
• Support in achieving GM certifications and career goals
• Health, dental, and vision benefits after the probationary period
• Opportunities for advancement into senior technician, diagnostic, shop foreman, and leadership roles
• A supportive Service Manager, Shop Foreman, service-advisor team, and parts department
• A respected dealership backed by the Harris Auto Group
• A beautiful Vancouver Island location close to beaches, outdoor recreation, and Mount Washington

Compensation: $72,000 - $120,000 per year

Final compensation will be based on experience, certifications, productivity, and technical ability.

What You'll Do

As a Journeyman Automotive Service Technician, you will diagnose, maintain, and repair customer vehicles while delivering accurate, efficient, and professional workmanship.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical, drivability, and electronic concerns
• Completing vehicle maintenance and repairs according to manufacturer specifications
• Performing warranty and customer-pay repairs
• Conducting complete and accurate vehicle inspections
• Clearly documenting findings, recommendations, and completed repairs
• Identifying safety concerns and required maintenance
• Maintaining accurate repair-order notes and real-time PBS status updates
• Communicating promptly with service advisors, dispatch, and the parts department
• Completing repairs efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards
• Following General Motors warranty policies and dealership procedures
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work bay
• Caring for dealership tools, equipment, and customer vehicles
• Completing required GM technical and safety training
• Supporting apprentices and less-experienced technicians when appropriate
• Contributing positively to shop productivity, culture, and customer satisfaction

Who We're Looking For

Our ideal technician is:

• Skilled, productive, and committed to quality workmanship
• Strong in automotive diagnostics and problem-solving
• Organized and capable of managing multiple repair orders
• Accountable for their work, communication, and productivity
• Focused on fixing vehicles correctly and efficiently
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Willing to communicate instead of allowing problems to grow
• Interested in continued training and technical development
• Respectful of coworkers, customers, and dealership property
• Positive, dependable, and ready to contribute

Qualifications

• Red Seal Automotive Service Technician certification or recognized Journeyman status
• GM training or GM dealership experience is strongly preferred
• Previous dealership or professional automotive repair experience
• Strong diagnostic, mechanical, and electrical abilities
• Valid British Columbia driver's licence
• Ability to operate standard automotive diagnostic tools and shop equipment safely
• Ability to complete required General Motors training and certification
• Own professional technician tools appropriate for the position
• Commitment to safe work practices and dealership procedures

Job Details

• Position: Journeyman Automotive Service Technician
• Employment type: Full-time
• Location: Harris Oceanside Chevrolet Buick GMC, Parksville, BC
• Work setting: In person
• Compensation: $72,000 - $120,000 per year
• Benefits eligibility: Following successful completion of the probationary period
• Experience: Automotive repair experience required
• Certification: Red Seal or Journeyman certification required; GM certification preferred

This Opportunity Is for You If...

You want a shop where urgency and quality can exist together.

You want managers who communicate, coach, and invest in your development.

You want strong support from advisors, dispatch, parts, and fellow technicians.

You want your ability, productivity, and professionalism to be recognized.

Most importantly, you want to join a service team that values integrity, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Bring your tools. Bring your talent. Join the team.

Welcome to Harris Oceanside.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,000.00-$120,000.