Tire Technician

Employer

FOUNTAIN TIRE GRANDE PRAIRIE (WHISPERING RIDGE)LTD

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work site environment

• Confined spaces
• Dusty
• Noisy
• Odours

Work setting

Willing to relocate

Tasks

• Assist mechanics and perform other duties as directed
• Change engine oil and lubricate running gears or moving parts of automobiles, trucks or heavy equipment
• Install replacement mufflers, exhaust pipes, shock absorbers or radiators
• Repair and balance tires
• Replace oil, air and fuel filters on motor vehicles, trucks and heavy equipment

Installation specialization

Tires

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Driver's abstract

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Manual dexterity
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you live near the job location?

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening
• Morning
• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime available

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan
• Piece work
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
• Does not require Canadian work experience

Support for youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for Veterans

Assists with immediate transition needs of Veterans (for example: relocation, housing, etc.)