
Durham Region Unemployed Help Centre
Tire and Lube Tech / Apprentice Technician
Location: Ajax
Number of positions: 3
Work Hours: 8 AM – 6 PM Monday to Friday; 8 AM – 5 PM Saturday; closed on Sunday
May be required to work some Saturdays
Pay: $15 – $18/hr. – depending on experience
Start Date: Immediately
Benefits (Yes/No?): Yes – after probation period
Main Responsibilities:
· Set up vehicles to go up on a hoist
· Remove and replace tires
· Balance tires
· Lube oil and filter changes
· Vehicle maintenance inspections
· Over a period of time, learn online tire and product knowledge
· Tire repairs
Job Requirements:
· Self motivator
· Independent learner
· Work well with others
· Punctual
· Willingness to learn
Number of Years of Previous Experience Required: Having worked in a shop would be a definite asset, but employer will provide training to the right person.
Medical Requirements (ie. vaccinations): Covid protocols in place – no specific requirements
Describe the Ideal Candidate for this Role:
Someone with a definite interest in the automotive business. Excellent opportunity to learn and excel. The owner has 50 years of experience in the business and is very enthusiastic about sharing and supporting the right candidate.
This job entails heavy lifting (tires and rims) need to make sure that the right person is capable of lifting 40-50 lbs several times a day.