Automobile upholsterer

Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

5 years or more

Work setting

  • Urban area

Responsibilities

Tasks

  • Discuss upholstery fabric, colour and style with customers
  • Provide cost estimate for upholstering furniture or other items
  • Replace worn-out webbing, springs and other furniture parts
  • Lay out, cut, fabricate and install upholstery
  • Tack, glue or sew ornamental trim, braids or buttons
  • Repair furniture frames and refinish wood surfaces
  • Operate sewing machines or sew by hand
  • Garnish the bottom and the back of a seat with interoven rattan

Experience and specialization

Type of materials

  • Leather
  • Plastic
  • Rotin/rattan
  • Wicker

Type of industry experience

  • Furniture upholstery and repair shop
  • Motor vehicle manufacturing
  • Specialty seat manufacturing company

Benefits

Other benefits

  • Free parking available
  • On-site amenities

Who can apply to this job?

Only apply to this job if:

  • You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
  • You have a valid Canadian work permit.

If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.

How to apply

Direct Apply

By applying directly on Job Bank (Direct Apply)

By email

parsmoto@yahoo.ca

This job posting includes screening questions. Please answer the following questions when applying:

  • Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
  • Are you willing to relocate for this position?
  • Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
  • Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Automotive Service Technician Apprentice

Road Runner Auto Repair (2006) Inc. is a full service auto repair shop.  We are seeking to hire an experienced Automotive Service Technician Apprentice for permanent full-time employment to inspect, troubleshoot and repair cars, trucks and SUVs.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills & qualifications:

  • Minimum 3 years of experience as an automotive service technician.
  • Able to analyze malfunctions, repair and maintain vehicles.
  • Engine Repair Specialization
    • Engine Repair
    • 4 wheel Drive
    • Electrical and Electronic Systems
    • Diesel engines
    • Diagnostics
    • Alignment, steering and suspension
    • Brake system
    • Hydraulic systems
    • Fuel and emission system
    • Ignition and electrical system
    • Automatic and standard transmission
    • Engine repair and overhaul
    • Drive train components
    • Front end components
    • Heating, Ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems
  • Must have experience with imported European vehicles in particular Mercedes-Benz
  • Must have expertise in vehicle programming and electrical diagnostic. 
  • Possess a valid driver's license.
  • Able to work independently in a busy environment.
  • Experience with routine maintenance operations.
  • Working Conditions and Physical Capabilities:  physically demanding, sound discrimination, manual dexterity, standing for extended periods, hand-eye co-ordination, bending, crouching, kneeling.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
  • Must be a dependable, reliable and a team player.
  • Basic English language ability sufficient, fluency is not required.

Job Duties

  • Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions.
  • Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems including fuel system, brakes, steering and suspension, engine and drive train, emission control and exhaust, cooling and climate control, and electrical and electronic systems.
  • Inspect motor in operation, road test motor vehicles and test automotive systems and components.
  • Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems.
  • Diagnose faults and malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit.
  • Repair or replace mechanical units or components.
  • Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Perform scheduled maintenance service.
  • Test and adjust units to specifications.
  • Complete reports to record problems and work performed.
  • Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor.
  • Performs safety inspections, oil changes, lubrication work, basic maintenance and minor repairs as directed.
  • Vehicle programming and electrical diagnostics.
  • Advise customers on work performed, general vehicle condition and future repair requirements.
  • Maintain company owned equipment and keep tools in neat and proper condition.
  • Must adhere to all Safety Regulations

 

Compensation

  • $28.50 hourly for 40 hours per week (applicable overtime pay will apply after 44 hours of work per week)

 

Work Location

Road Runner Auto Repair (2006) Inc.

30 Brydon Dr., Etobicoke, Ontario M9W 4N2

 

How to apply

If you have the above qualifications, please email your resume to the address indicated in the posting. Candidates must email a detailed resume to be considered for the position.