Otto’s Service Centre Ltd. (Otto’s BMW)
660 Hunt Club Road,
Ottawa, ON.
K1V 1C1
Otto’s BMW has been part of Ottawa’s automotive community since 1969 and is proud to be Canada’s original BMW retailer. Our shop is built for BMW service. With 22 hoists, two wheel-alignment machines, BMW-specific diagnostic equipment, specialized tools and dedicated training resources, our technicians have access to the equipment and technology they need to diagnose and repair vehicles properly and efficiently.
We are currently looking for dynamic, energetic and BMW passionate individuals to join our award-winning team in the role of Automotive Service Technician, on a full-time permanent basis.
A good technician needs more than a bay and a toolbox. You need steady work, the right equipment, good people around you, and a shop that gives you what you need to do the job properly. That’s what we want our technicians to have at Otto’s BMW.
Job Duties
As part of our BMW Service team, you will handle a mix of maintenance, diagnostic and repair work while having access to BMW technical information, equipment and factory training. Your duties will include:
• Perform vehicle diagnostics, maintenance and repairs as assigned.
• Diagnose/troubleshoot customer complaints to find source of problem(s) and repair
• Examine vehicles to identify necessary repair or maintenance items that may not be included on the repair order and communicate to Service Advisor.
• Communicate with the Parts Department to obtain needed parts.
• Notify Service Advisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined on repair order is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed by the time promised.
• Clearly and accurately document all work performed.
• Perform warranty repairs to vehicles that qualify.
• Determine if vehicles need additional safety or service work.
• Road test vehicles as required.
• Attend and successfully complete factory training as required by BMW Center.
• Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
• Follow warranty material disposition procedures.
• Understand and follow federal, provincial and local regulations, such as those governing the disposal of hazardous wastes.
• Ensure overall cleanliness of shop.
Job Requirements
• Strong mechanical/technical automotive skills
• Minimum 4 years of work experience plus industry courses in automotive technology, or completion of a four-year automotive service technician apprenticeship program or equivalent
• BMW trained or certified technicians are preferred and prioritized
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
• A high standard of workmanship and attention to detail
• Understand safe working and driving practices
• Ability to work well with a team
• A willingness to learn and continue developing your skills
• Ability to communicate in English
What we offer
• $37.00 per hour
• Potential performance-based monthly bonus
• Competitive and comprehensive Dental / Vision / Health benefits plan
• Wellness program, life insurance, disability benefits and travel insurance
• RRSP match up to 3% of earnings after two years of working with us
• Drive your Brand Program available
• Employee pricing on products and services
• Employer-paid BMW training and ongoing technical development
• Annual safety boot allowance and tool allowance
Location
Ottawa, Ontario
Terms of Employment
Full-time permanent position
At Otto's, we are committed to providing an exceptional consumer experience and we know that starts with our most valuable resource - our employees.
Should the above interest you, please send us your resume today.
Address: 660 Hunt Club Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1V 1C1
Tel: (613) 725 3048
Fax: (613) 725 1388
Email: resume @ bmwottos . ca
