Salary Automotive Technician

Job Description

Vacancy Status

No: This posting is not for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (New Head Count)

AI Disclosure

As part of the application process Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role

Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Location on a full-time basis.

The Role

The Salary Automotive Technician Product Assurance Garage is responsible for advanced diagnostics repair and validation of development and production vehicles with a strong focus on first-time quality job site safety and supporting prototype and development testing activities.

This role requires deep technical expertise in automotive systems electrical/electronic diagnostics and vehicle software updates as well as the ability to work independently collaborate effectively with engineers and other technicians and provide clear feedback and documentation on findings and repairs.

With 8 years of experience the Salary Automotive Technician is expected to handle complex concerns support root-cause investigations and contribute to continuous improvement of garage processes and vehicle reliability.

What Youll Do

• Perform advanced diagnostics and repair of vehicle systems including electrical electronic and mechanical components.

• Diagnose and repair electrical systems including wiring batteries modules and electronic control units (ECUs).

• Execute vehicle software maintenance and updates on ECUs and related hardware to ensure correct configuration and optimal performance.

• Set up and execute tests and inspections on vehicles and components using appropriate tools instruments and test rigs.

• Review failures and support root cause analysis on a variety of components and systems documenting findings and recommendations.

• Assist in testing of prototypes pilots and development builds including fit function and performance checks.

• Use diagnostic tools such as TechConnect MDI Vehicle Spy/NeoVi oscilloscopes multimeters and other electrical test equipment to troubleshoot issues effectively.

• Maintain accurate records of work performed including test results repairs parts used and software levels in Workday or other GM systems as required.

• Support vehicle coordination in and out of the Product Assurance Garage including status updates to engineers planners and stakeholders.

• Communicate clearly with engineers leaders and other technicians on issues found repair status risks and recommendations.

• Follow and reinforce GM safety standards and procedures including high-voltage and lockout/tagout requirements and maintain a clean organized work area.

• Stay current by attending technical training reviewing service information and keeping up to date with new vehicle technologies.

• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to improve test methods repair processes and documentation.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• 8 years of experience as an Automotive Service Technician or equivalent role in an automotive development service or test environment.

• Degree diploma or trades certification in Automotive Service Technician or closely related field (e.g. ASEP or equivalent).

• Strong knowledge of automotive systems (powertrain chassis electrical HVAC body and infotainment) and ability to explain systems and repairs to others.

• Proven ability to diagnose complex vehicle problems including issues beyond those described on the work order or by the customer/engineer.

• Demonstrated ability to repair vehicles correctly the first time with a focus on quality and repeatability.

• Able to read and interpret wiring diagrams schematics and service information and use diagnostic/service tools such as TechConnect MDI and Vehicle Spy/NeoVi.

• Experience with creation testing troubleshooting and documentation of electronic and/or control circuits is an asset.

• Working knowledge of diagnostic tools such as oscilloscopes multimeters and other electrical test equipment.

• Ability to interpret work orders estimate time required for tasks and identify parts requirements communicating them clearly via repair orders or equivalent systems.

• Strong documentation skills including repair documentation test reports and update of records in GM systems.

• Demonstrated commitment to safety including adherence to high-voltage tool equipment and facility safety standards and procedures.

• Ability to stay current by attending technical training reading and understanding service manuals technical bulletins and engineering releases.

• Strong communication skills and ability to maintain effective working relationships with customers stakeholders engineers and other technicians.

What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience in a product assurance development or prototype garage environment.

• Demonstrated ability to support root cause investigations and provide clear data-driven feedback to engineering teams.

• Experience coordinating or performing ECU software updates configuration and validation on development vehicles.

• Ability to mentor less experienced technicians by sharing diagnostic approaches safety practices and best-known methods.

• Evidence of strong character with integrity honesty accountability and trust.

• Experience working with advanced technology-based solutions including EV hybrid ADAS and connected vehicle systems.

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills including working across functions (engineering planning operations quality).

• Class D License

• Wreckers License

• Mobile Equipment Certification

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $76100.00 to $114300.00. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

Benefits:

The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits in addition to many others:

• Paid time off including vacation days holidays and supplemental benefits for pregnancy parental and adoption leave.

• Healthcare dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.

• Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.

• Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.

• GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you your family and friends.

THIS JOB IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR RELOCATIONS BENEFITS. ANY RELOCATION COSTS WOULD BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SELECTED CANDIDATE.

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

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