Lubrication Technician – Automotive Service and Repair Full Time

Business Name: Canadian Tire 350
Title: Lubrication Technician – Automotive Service and Repair
Number of Available Positions: 2
Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full-Time (30-40 h/w)
Wage: $23.00
Benefits: Eligible employees receive employer-sponsored extended health coverage (after 6 months) and dental coverage (after 1 year), with premiums cost-shared between the employer and employee. Employees may also qualify for a profit-sharing program based on annual hours worked.
Language of Work: English
Work Location: Courtenay, BC

Company Profile:

Canadian Tire 350, located in Courtenay, British Columbia, is part of one of Canada’s most trusted and recognized retail brands. As a full-service store, we provide a wide range of products and services, including automotive, tools, hardware, sports, outdoor equipment, and home essentials. Our Courtenay location is committed to delivering excellent customer service, high-quality products, and a welcoming shopping experience to our community.

We are looking for motivated and reliable individuals to join the Canadian Tire 350 team as Lubrication Technicians. In this role, you will help keep customer vehicles running safely and efficiently by performing essential lubrication and maintenance services, while supporting the overall operations of our automotive service department and delivering outstanding customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Perform routine engine oil changes and apply lubricants to gears, joints, and other moving parts of vehicles and light-duty trucks.
• Service mechanical components such as wiper, batteries, air filters and tires to ensure smooth and safe operation.
• Replace filters, including oil, air, and fuel, to maintain vehicle performance and reliability.
• Inspect, install, repair, and balance tires to maintain safe driving conditions.
• Replenish or change coolant, brake and transmission fluids as part of regular maintenance procedures.
• Support certified mechanics with general vehicle maintenance and other tasks as assigned.
• Operate service vehicles to provide on-site maintenance and lubrication services.
• Clean and maintain shop equipment and ensure a safe, organized working environment.

Employment requirements:
• Education is not necessary.
• Previous experience in automotive maintenance or lubrication is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license required to move vehicles within the service area and assist with shop operations as required.
• On-the-job training is provided.
• Knowledge of vehicle systems, fluids, and basic repair techniques.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, fluid replacements, and tire servicing.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Comfortable working in various environmental conditions, including exposure to automotive fluids and chemicals.
• Own tools and equipment for job tasks.
• Wear steel-toed safety boots to ensure on-site safety.

Your Skills:
• Flexibility to adapt to varying schedules in a 7 day a week shop.
• Reliability in completing tasks consistently.
• Team player for effective collaboration.
• Good communication with customers and colleagues.
• Attention to detail in maintenance tasks.

Contact information/how to apply:
Email resume to: [email protected]

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all qualified individuals and specifically applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups – including Indigenous persons, vulnerable youth, newcomers, and persons with disabilities – who may contribute to the continued diversification of our organization.