Linking You to a Career in the Automobile Industry!

Canada is a nation on wheels and many Canadians are directly involved in putting people in the driver?s seat. Over 1.5 million new vehicles are purchased each year in Canada which makes the automotive industry the country?s largest employer.  One in six working Canadians is employed directly or indirectly in automotive-related positions:

- 125,000 in automobile manufacturing

- 125,000 in automotive supplies

- 125,000 in the retail sector AND thousands more in associated industries.

There are about 3500 new vehicle dealerships in Canada and 134 in Saskatchewan.  The modern dealership is a total transportation centre, often with several separate operations under one roof.  A franchised dealership is different than any other automotive industry marketers (such as used vehicle lots and independent service stations).  The franchised new vehicle dealership has the unique right to sell a manufacturer?s new vehicles and in return, must meet high standards of equipment, training, customer service, parts inventory and operation facilities.

Did you know that one new vehicle franchised dealership can offer over 40 different employment positions?  In smaller dealerships, one person may assume several responsibilities while in larger dealerships, sub-specialists are required to meet consumer demand.  For example, a Service Technician may specialize in tune-ups, air-conditioning, brake repair, automatic transmissions, etc.  A Salesperson could specialize in Fleet, Commercial, Pre-owned, New Leasing, Internet Sales, etc.

There are exciting, rewarding career opportunities in the retail automotive industry.  It is a dynamic industry that is constantly changing to meet the needs of a high-tech society.  It is also an industry that offers a wide variety of challenging, well-paying jobs for qualified, motivated people.

There are many entry level jobs in an auto or truck dealership, but no one gets ?stuck? in these jobs.  There are also many mid and senior level jobs.  There are also many mid and senior level positions which may require formal education.  Computers are prevalent throughout the dealership?s operations and almost every position will require computer training and/or sills.  Regardless of where you start, your willingness to work and your skills, experience, education and training are rewarded with better jobs and higher pay.

How high you go and how much you earn in a franchised dealership are entirely up to you!

SADA members are the new car and truck franchised dealers located throughout Saskatchewan, selling and servicing new vehicles, both domestic and import.  There are a total of 133 new car franchises in the provinces, 124 of which are SADA Members.  There are 24 manufacturers in our province who distribute over 200 different models through these franchises.  On average, a typical dealership employs 25-30 full time employees and sells between 300-350 new vehicles a year.  However, the large urban dealerships can employ 75-85 full time people and sell as many as 800 new vehicles a year.  In 2006, there were just over 38,000 new vehicles purchased in Saskatchewan from new car dealerships.

SADA wants to link students to a great career in the automotive industry.  Our members are looking for well-educated, ambitious, people-orientated, and dedicated young adults.  Our members provide competitive salaries and benefit packages, and will also provide on the job training in most cases.

Training/Education:

Automotive Sales & Business ? Canadian Automotive Institute (Georgian College), Ontario

Trades/Technicians ? SIAST

Administration/IT/Accounting ? SIAST, University

Please check out the links below:
Automotive Professionals Inc
The Canadian Automotive Institute
CARS Training
Completely Automotive

The many, varied positions Available in a New Car Franchise: