Licensed Technician Team Lead (Evening Shift)

About Clutch:

Were on a mission to reinvent the way people buy sell and own cars. Are you game

Clutch is Canadas largest online used car retailer delivering a seamless hassle-free car-buying experience to drivers everywhere. Customers can browse hundreds of cars from the comfort of their home get the right one delivered to their door and enjoy peace of mind with our 10-Day Money-Back Guarantee and thats just the beginning.

Named two years in a row to the Globe & Mails list of the Top Growing Companies in Canada and also awarded spots on Deloittes Technology Fast 50 and Fast 500 lists were looking to add curious hard-working and driven individuals to our growing team.

Headquartered in Toronto Clutch was founded in 2017 and currently services Ontario New Brunswick Nova Scotia British Columbia and Prince Edward Island. Clutch is backed by a number of world-class investors including D1 Capital Canaan Real Ventures Brand Project and Upper90. To learn more visit .

About the role:

Were looking for a hands-on Licensed Technician Team Lead to join our vehicle reconditioning facility on the evening shift (MondayThursday 4:30 PM 3:00 AM). This role combines technical expertise with floor leadership supporting the team to ensure vehicles move through the reconditioning pipeline efficiently while meeting quality and safety standards.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced production-driven environment leads from the floor and is equally comfortable diagnosing and repairing vehicles while coaching others to succeed.

A $3500 signing bonus will be paid after the successful completion of the 3-month probationary period.

What youll do:

• Own the Flow: Monitor the full reconditioning pipeline (Inspection Mechanical Bodyshop Detail Quality Control Merchandising) to ensure vehicles progress smoothly and targets are met
• Hands-On Technical Execution: Perform inspections repairs and diagnostics while supporting the shop floor as a working lead
• Ontario Safety Inspections: Conduct Ontario Provincial Safety Inspections in accordance with all standards and requirements
• Eliminate Friction: Identify bottlenecks in real time and reallocate labour/resources to maintain throughput and cycle time targets
• Quality Gatekeeping: Audit vehicles at key stages to ensure all units meet The Clutch Standard before going live
• Coach & Develop: Provide real-time coaching mentorship and technical guidance to technicians and team members
• Lean Excellence: Drive continuous improvement through standardized work 5S and process optimization
• Data-Driven Leadership: Track and report KPIs such as throughput cycle time first-pass yield turnaround time and repair quality
• Documentation & Tools: Maintain accurate documentation for inspections repairs estimates and diagnostics using shop systems (Google Drive Slack etc.)
• Safety First: Lead by example enforce PPE compliance and maintain a clean organized tour-ready workspace at all times

What youll need:

• 310S Red Seal (or equivalent certification)
• Experience working across domestic import and European vehicles
• Strong diagnostic and repair skills (brakes suspension oil changes preventative maintenance etc.)
• 1 years of leadership experience
• 3 years working in high-volume fast-paced environments (automotive manufacturing logistics or similar)
• Strong understanding of workflow optimization and standardized processes
• Experience with Lean principles such as 5S Kanban Six Sigma or similar
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to multitask and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate performance data into clear direction
• Comfortable using technology and shop systems

Other requirements:

• Valid drivers license with a clean drivers abstract
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week overtime as required)
• Comfortable working in a shop environment

Why youll love it:

• Signing Bonus: $3500 paid after the successful completion of the 3-month probationary period
• Modern Environment: Forget the greasy garage stereotypeyoull work in a clean organized safety-conscious facility
• Impact: Your work directly affects the customer experienceevery car you clear is a win for the brand
• Growth Opportunities: Strong performers have clear pathways into leadership and operations roles

Employment Type:

New Permanent Full-Time

Schedule:

Evening Shift: MondayThursday 4:30 PM 3:00 AM

Compensation & Benefits:

• $40$45 per hour $1.50 shift premium
• Health & dental benefits
• Pay decisions reflect objective criteria including skills performance market benchmarking responsibilities and working conditions

Clutch is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have an opportunity to succeed. If you require accommodation at any stage of the interview process please email .