Automotive Apprentice Technician
Role Overview
We are on a mission to build a world-class team that drives innovation, growth, and excellence. As we scale rapidly, we are looking for an Automotive Apprentice Technician to join our reconditioning facility team. This role ensures that all vehicles meet Clutch’s high mechanical and safety standards and that repairs and maintenance are performed efficiently. You will help keep our reconditioning process on track, ensuring vehicles are ready for customer delivery and sale.
What you’ll do:
Perform Clutch standardized vehicle inspections, including stationary checks and road tests
Diagnose and assess mechanical and safety issues, identifying necessary repairs and preventative maintenance
Provide recommendations on repairs and best course of action based on inspection results
Complete routine maintenance and minor repairs, such as brake jobs, suspension work, tire services, battery replacement, fluid changes, etc.
Document all repairs, maintenance work, and inspection findings accurately in Clutch systems
Adhere to Clutch’s mechanical and safety standards, contributing to ongoing process improvements
Communicate effectively with reconditioning staff, service leads, and management regarding vehicle status and workflow changes
What we’re looking for:
3+ years of automotive technician experience, including mechanical diagnostics and repair
Experience working with a variety of vehicle brands (domestic, import, and European)
Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality workmanship
Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and adapt to changing demands in a busy environment
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Comfortable using technology (Google Drive, Slack, inspection documentation tools)
Valid Driver’s License with a clean driver’s abstract
Able to commit to a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week, including overtime based on business needs.
Other items to note:
Communication: Clear and consistent updates with team members and management
Problem Resolution/Analysis: Diagnose vehicle issues methodically and recommend efficient repair solutions
Customer Service: Support internal stakeholders with professionalism and responsive follow-through
Team/Individual Contributor: Balance independent technical work with collaboration
Working Conditions: On-site, shop environment with moderate physical effort
It’d be great if you have:
Formal automotive technician training or relevant certifications
Experience with advanced diagnostic tools or scan tools
Previous apprenticeship experience in a reconditioning or dealership environment
Why you’ll love it at Clutch:
Autonomy & ownership – opportunity to build your process and influence the company workforce at every level
Competitive wages with a guaranteed hourly rate — no flat rate and no shortage of hours
Opportunity to work for an ambitious and fast-moving startup in the automotive space
Join a growing team where your contributions have direct impact
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About Clutch:
We’re on a mission to reinvent the way people buy, sell, and own cars. Are you game?
Clutch is Canada’s largest online used car retailer, delivering a seamless, hassle-free car buying and selling experience to drivers everywhere. Customers can browse hundreds of cars from the comfort of their home, get the right one delivered to their door, and enjoy peace of mind with our 10-Day Money-Back Guarantee... and that’s just the beginning.
Named two years in a row to the Globe & Mail’s list of the Top Growing Companies in Canada and awarded spots on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 50TM and Fast 500TM lists, we’re looking to add curious, hard-working, and driven individuals to our growing team.
Headquartered in Toronto, Clutch was founded in 2017 and currently services Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island. To learn more, visit clutch.ca.
About the role:
We are on a mission to build a world-class team that drives innovation, growth, and excellence. As we scale rapidly, we are looking for an Automotive Apprentice Technician to join our reconditioning facility team. This role ensures that all vehicles meet Clutch’s high mechanical and safety standards and that repairs and maintenance are performed efficiently. You will help keep our reconditioning process on track, ensuring vehicles are ready for customer delivery and sale.
What you’ll do:
Perform Clutch standardized vehicle inspections, including stationary checks and road tests
Diagnose and assess mechanical and safety issues, identifying necessary repairs and preventative maintenance
Provide recommendations on repairs and best course of action based on inspection results
Complete routine maintenance and minor repairs, such as brake jobs, suspension work, tire services, battery replacement, fluid changes, etc.
Document all repairs, maintenance work, and inspection findings accurately in Clutch systems
Adhere to Clutch’s mechanical and safety standards, contributing to ongoing process improvements
Communicate effectively with reconditioning staff, service leads, and management regarding vehicle status and workflow changes
What we’re looking for:
3+ years of automotive technician experience, including mechanical diagnostics and repair
Experience working with a variety of vehicle brands (domestic, import, and European)
Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality workmanship
Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and adapt to changing demands in a busy environment
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Comfortable using technology (Google Drive, Slack, inspection documentation tools)
Valid Driver’s License with a clean driver’s abstract
Able to commit to a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week, including overtime based on business needs.
Other items to note:
Communication: Clear and consistent updates with team members and management
Problem Resolution/Analysis: Diagnose vehicle issues methodically and recommend efficient repair solutions
Customer Service: Support internal stakeholders with professionalism and responsive follow-through
Team/Individual Contributor: Balance independent technical work with collaboration
Working Conditions: On-site, shop environment with moderate physical effort
It’d be great if you have:
Formal automotive technician training or relevant certifications
Experience with advanced diagnostic tools or scan tools
Previous apprenticeship experience in a reconditioning or dealership environment
Why you’ll love it at Clutch:
Autonomy & ownership – opportunity to build your process and influence the company workforce at every level
Competitive wages with a guaranteed hourly rate — no flat rate and no shortage of hours
Opportunity to work for an ambitious and fast-moving startup in the automotive space
Join a growing team where your contributions have direct impact
Benefits:
- Opportunity for growth and advancement within the Reconditioning and Operations departments
- Clutch is committed to attracting and retaining top talent with competitive compensation packages
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits starting on day one
- Clutch is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have an opportunity to succeed. If you require accommodation at any stage of the interview process, please email [email protected]
Qualifications
- 3+ years of automotive technician experience, including mechanical diagnostics and repair
- Experience working with a variety of vehicle brands (domestic, import, and European)
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality workmanship
- Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and adapt to changing demands in a busy environment
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Comfortable using technology (Google Drive, Slack, inspection documentation tools)
- Valid Driver’s License with a clean driver’s abstract
- Able to commit to a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week, including overtime based on business needs.
- Communication: Clear and consistent updates with team members and management
- Problem Resolution/Analysis: Diagnose vehicle issues methodically and recommend efficient repair solutions
- Customer Service: Support internal stakeholders with professionalism and responsive follow-through
- Team/Individual Contributor: Balance independent technical work with collaboration
- Working Conditions: On-site, shop environment with moderate physical effort
- Formal automotive technician training or relevant certifications
- Experience with advanced diagnostic tools or scan tools
- Previous apprenticeship experience in a reconditioning or dealership environment
- Autonomy & ownership – opportunity to build your process and influence the company workforce at every level
- Competitive wages with a guaranteed hourly rate — no flat rate and no shortage of hours
- Opportunity to work for an ambitious and fast-moving startup in the automotive space
- Join a growing team where your contributions have direct impact
Responsibilities
- Perform Clutch standardized vehicle inspections, including stationary checks and road tests
- Diagnose and assess mechanical and safety issues, identifying necessary repairs and preventative maintenance
- Provide recommendations on repairs and best course of action based on inspection results
- Complete routine maintenance and minor repairs, such as brake jobs, suspension work, tire services, battery replacement, fluid changes, etc.
- Document all repairs, maintenance work, and inspection findings accurately in Clutch systems
- Adhere to Clutch’s mechanical and safety standards, contributing to ongoing process improvements
- Communicate effectively with reconditioning staff, service leads, and management regarding vehicle status and workflow changes
- 3+ years of automotive technician experience, including mechanical diagnostics and repair
- Experience working with a variety of vehicle brands (domestic, import, and European)
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality workmanship
- Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and adapt to changing demands in a busy environment
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Comfortable using technology (Google Drive, Slack, inspection documentation tools)
- Valid Driver’s License with a clean driver’s abstract
- Able to commit to a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week, including overtime based on business needs.
- Communication: Clear and consistent updates with team members and management
- Problem Resolution/Analysis: Diagnose vehicle issues methodically and recommend efficient repair solutions
- Customer Service: Support internal stakeholders with professionalism and responsive follow-through
- Team/Individual Contributor: Balance independent technical work with collaboration
- Working Conditions: On-site, shop environment with moderate physical effort
- Formal automotive technician training or relevant certifications
- Experience with advanced diagnostic tools or scan tools
- Previous apprenticeship experience in a reconditioning or dealership environment
- Autonomy & ownership – opportunity to build your process and influence the company workforce at every level
- Competitive wages with a guaranteed hourly rate — no flat rate and no shortage of hours
- Opportunity to work for an ambitious and fast-moving startup in the automotive space
- Join a growing team where your contributions have direct impact
About Clutch Technologies Inc.
Canada's largest online used car retailer, delivering a seamless digital buying and selling experience with home delivery and a 10-day money-back guarantee.
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