Okanagan Engine & Autopro is growing our business and we want you!
We are currently seeking an Apprentice Automotive Technician to join our expanding team. All Levels welcome to apply!
Our shop features an exciting & challenging variety of work from general repairs & maintenance to larger engine, driveline and mechanical rebuilds. We cover all different facets of automotive repair from brand new vehicle preventative maintenance and diagnostics to vintage vehicle mechanical rebuilds, diesel service and hi-performance upgrades!
We want to find the right person to join our crew!
Our committed team works hard at creating a team atmosphere where everyone works together and supports each other. We strive to get the job done right the first time without drama! As such we have a low staff turnover and an excellent reputation with our customers and the community.
What we are about:
- Low drama & positive work environment
- High work ethic, drive and accountability
- No Weekends, Mon-Fri only
- Reliability - Full 40 hour weeks, even throughout Winter
- Team support, training and encouragement
- Current technology and shop management - Individual technician tablets, digital RO's and Digital vehicle inspections
- Fast paced, challenging jobs with full support and guidance from ALL team members!
- Work variety, new vehicle service, classic & muscle cars, diesel trucks
- Organized facility - rack workflow, parts ordering and parts "bin system", electronic ROs & digital inspections
- Desire for all of our team to exceed & grow - In & Outside of work
- Pride in our shop and the services we provide our customers
- Long term goals - Let's grow and thrive together
We are looking for the right Apprentice technician that has what it takes to join our busy team!
What we are looking for:
- Reliable and consistent performance
- Have started building own set of hand & air tools (Complete set not required, but be committed to building you own set!)
- Pride of workmanship - Doing your best to perform quality repairs the first time
- Organized, clean & efficient
- Positive attitude and team mentality
- Willingness to learn, advance & improve every day
- Respectful of vehicles, shop facility, tooling, co-workers and customer property
- Honesty and integrity is a must
- Critical thinkers - Problem solvers
- Have & maintain a valid BC Drivers License
Although we are seeking a well rounded apprentice to jump right in to our service department we are open to all levels! 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Year Apprentice’s please apply for this position and future openings we may have - Lets Chat!
LET US BE CLEAR! We are NOT wanting to hire someone to take advantage of and stick on just Oil Changes and Tires! We often see these empty promises at Dealerships that leave the apprentice's frustrated and under skilled years later!
We want to find the right someone to train and mold as a long term addition to our team! ALL of our current staff started with us as apprentices and are highly trained members of our team still with us 5-10 years later!
We are willing to mentor & offer additional training to the right people in specialized areas.
***** All resumes will be held in strict confidence *****
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: $20.00-$35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kelowna, BC V1Y 1Y8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- automotive technician/appreticeship: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driver's License (required)
- apprenticeship currently (preferred)
