Why it pays to choose an auto mechanic career Montreal
The advantages of an auto mechanic career are underlined by the many entry level positions and equally numerous potential employers. There are almost endless growth opportunities and all this is possible without a university degree.
Where an auto mechanic career could take you
New car dealers
Retail automotive repair facilities
Custom and specialty shops
Heavy duty truck repair facilities
Organizations with fleet vehicles
Becoming an entrepreneur and owning your own automotive repair or specialty shop
Entry level Auto Mechanic Career positions
Automotive Detailer
Tire Installer
Lube Specialist
Maintenance Technician
Apprentice Brake and Alignment Specialist
Auto Mechanic Career Advancement opportunities
Muffler Specialist
Front End Technician
Electrical Specialist
Engine Technician
Fuel Specialist
Tune Up Technician
Diagnostician
Emissions Specialist
Transmission Specialist
Hybrid and Fuel Cell Technician
Performance Specialist
Automotive Service Technician
Journeyman Mechanic
Service Manager
Assistant Manager
Shop Foreman
Shop Manager or Owner
Typical auto mechanic duties
Inspect, test, and diagnose faulty operations and estimate repair costs
Work on mechanical and electronic components of automobiles often using computerized diagnostic equipment, manufacturers' specifications, and manuals. This work includes most vehicle systems, such as fuel, brake, steering and suspension systems, transmission, differentials, drive axles and shafts, emission control and exhaust systems, engines, and electrical, cooling and climate control systems. Some mechanics specialize in one or more of these systems
Dismantle, repair, or replace worn or damaged parts
Weld metal parts
Reassemble, adjust, and test the repaired mechanism
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications and tune ups
Inspect the completed work and test that the vehicle's performance meets required standards; take the vehicle for a test drive
Communicate with customers about what has been done and why, and advise customers on general vehicle conditions and future repair requirements.
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It was a quick and sudden decision I had to make. I was a framer 2 weeks before coming to BC from Ontario. I had plans to eventually get my auto mechanic license, but when? My two friends that I came with convinced me to enroll in the Automotive Technician (Mechanic) program here at ATC. I had no idea what to expect from this program. During the course of the program I have been able to get to know my weaknesses and strengths; working and improving in both areas continuously. The instructors were terrific and from their own extensive work experience, they were able to imply that knowledge in the program and help us understand things we wouldn't quite get from out of the book.
Its been truly an amazing experience. Since the beginning of the program, I've been employed in the automotive industry. Its been quite helpful to use what I've learned in school out in the real world and able to turn heads doing so. The class times and shop times are divided into equally. It helped us all to practice what we had learned the previous day. I've gained a lot of courage and been able to expand my comfort zone around projects I initially thought I couldn't do. All in all if you are looking for a career, or a change in careers, ATC is definitely a good place to get a head start and an opportunity for a brighter, better and secure future.
Ian Peddy
Collision Repair Graduate
I decided to look into training for auto-body. I looked around and found ATC. They were able to get me in right away and I found that I was learning more than some of the people who took the same course elsewhere. Today I manage the auto-body shop at Uniglobe.
Its been truly an amazing experience. Since the beginning of the program, I've been employed in the automotive industry. Its been quite helpful to use what I've learned in school out in the real world and able to turn heads doing so. The class times and shop times are divided into equally. It helped us all to practice what we had learned the previous day. I've gained a lot of courage and been able to expand my comfort zone around projects I initially thought I couldn't do. All in all if you are looking for a career, or a change in careers, ATC is definitely a good place to get a head start and an opportunity for a brighter, better and secure future.