Example Job Postings

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Automotive Service Technician Co-op

Are you an Automotive Service Technician (AST) apprentice looking for a unique and fulfilling career opportunity?

Do the following 7 items describe you?

Eager to help people in one of their most stressful situations (broken down cars are no fun!)
Self-motivated to continually do better in all aspects of your career
Want to work with a team by having thoughtful input regarding the best repair and maintenance options for the client
Keen to be a part of an “all new” auto shop experience including a paperless shop process, digital inspections delivered direct to the clients via text message, a freshly renovated office environment that welcomes clients and puts them at ease.
Take initiative in opportunities to help grow the company and in turn be financially compensated for that growth
Open to continuing education in industry-leading theory and processes
Like busy environments and perform well on time sensitive tasks

If you answered yes to these questions, you may be the right person for our team!

Reasons You Want To Work With Us

History: We are a second generation shop, serving the community since 1979. Our mission is to keep our clients in control of their time and money
Legacy: We have been training apprentices constantly throughout those 39 years and have many success stories to show for it
Growth: We grow our business from within, training from the start
Involvement: We are very active with the apprenticeship process, including sitting on advisory groups for BCIT, KPU and ITA
Vision: We are trendsetters to the industry, driving forward as member of the Automotive Retailers Association and the top tier 20 groups
Opportunity: You will get a chance to do almost everything at the shop, with mentorship from highly experienced techs and highly skilled techs for today’s cars

Resources

You will be well equipped, including the following:

Rolling tool box equipped with all basic tools

Modern two-piece coveralls
Your own bay to work in
Direct mentorship with the Shop Foreman
Continuity: We want to make your first stay with us a positive experience and show you what more opportunity lies ahead when you come to work your second term
Connection: We have connections with dozens of other top tier shops around the province, we can help you find placement in your career

What We Need From You:

Mechanic Assistant Co-op

We are seeking an ASTO Co-op student to work with the licensed mechanic with all types of mechanical repair of cars of all makes and models. The student will assist with the daily operation of a busy automotive repair shop.

Repair jobs may include, but are not limited to:

tune-ups
oil change
tire repair, rotation & alignment
shocks
computerized engine analysis and repair
air conditioning
clutches & timing belts
coolant & radiator flush
muffler & exhaust
steering & suspension transmission & engine

Additional skills and attributes:

customer service focus
punctual and reliable
eager to learn and contribute
valid drivers license
own air tools/equipment, steel-toed safety boots

Possibility of a future apprenticeship after a successful Co-op work term.

Machinist Co-op Student

We are a well-established shop specializing in precision CNC machining services. Our company is dedicated to quality, reliability, and trust with a focus on continuous improvement; this is a great opportunity for a Co-op student interested in advancement during their work term and potentially a full-time opportunity after graduation.

Skills / Qualities Required:

Experience on Haas, Okuma, Doosan, Matsuura Machining Centers & Lathes
Working knowledge of MasterCam
Familiar with Fanuc controls
Great work ethic and positive team attitude
Ability to solve problems independently
Excellent attention to detail
Knowledge of inspection tools and techniques.
Growth orientated with a desire to learn and apply new techniques and work with new technology

General Responsibilities Include:

Setting & operating Vertical Machining Centers & Lathes
Providing detailed set-up sheets and tools lists to CNC operators
Running first articles, performing measurements and making offset adjustments
Maintaining a clean, positive, safe work environment

We thank all candidates for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

HVAC and Plumbing Projects Assistant Co-op

We complete residential Furnace, Boiler, Tankless, Central and Ductless AC Installations and replacements as well as plumbing projects.

We are actively recruiting an HVAC/Plumbing helper to assist the lead journeyman on these projects. We are seeking candidates that are hard working, positive, open to learning/training and results orientated.

We provide uniforms, company cell phone, a work truck if required to get to the job site and all required PPE.

Skills Required:

Basic understanding of tools and safe operating practices
Ability to work long hours, weekends and/or early mornings as required.
Ability to work under pressure and in all weather conditions
Heavy lifting may be required at times.
Excellent communication skills are required
A driver’s license that is clean and shows safe driving.
Highly organized with exceptional follow-through abilities.
High integrity with advanced social skills and ability to make solid connections.
Be bondable