Apprentice Tech - Truck

Inland Kenworth; Brandon; On-site; CAD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Medical

RRSP with employer matching

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Ongoing training opportunities

Annual Tool and boot allowance

Job summary

Inland Truck & Equipment in Brandon, Manitoba, is hiring an Apprentice Truck & Transport Technician. You will learn to repair and maintain diesel trucks under supervision, while fulfilling apprenticeship requirements and pursuing certification.

The role emphasizes safety, quality work, and ongoing training through manufacturer programs. A valid driver’s license and willingness to work varied shifts are required.

Qualifications

• 2 yrs experience as a Truck & Transport Technician is preferred
• Willingness to attend Apprenticeship Training
• CVIP certification goal after journeyperson status

Responsibilities

• Performs repair order tasks with efficiency and in line with dealership standards
• Diagnoses truck performance issues and completes repairs
• Orders parts and manages warranty returns as needed
• Documents work performed and communicates progress to supervisor
• Maintains safety and cleanliness in the shop

Job description

Inland Truck & Equipment is an industry leader in the heavy-duty truck and equipment sales, service, and parts marketplace. When we say we’re ALL IN, we mean we’re all in on you and your career.

We are a great place to work—with competitive pay and benefits, mentorship, growth opportunities, and a culture that prioritizes teamwork, safety, and community support. We are committed to embracing new technology, ensuring that we stay at the forefront of innovation in our industry. With over 1,700 employees across 44 locations in North America, we provide exciting employment opportunities that can drive your future growth.

Join us at Inland Truck & Equipment and go ALL IN on a career that has it all.

We are hiring an Apprentice Truck and Transport Technician at our Brandon, Manitoba location.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Apprentice Truck & Transport Technician will be responsible for repairing and maintaining diesel engine industrial trucks according to dealership and factory specifications under the supervision of a qualified Truck & Transport Technician, while also fulfilling the education and training requirements of the apprenticeship.

CANADA BENEFITS PACKAGE

Our employees receive a generous benefits package including:

• Extended Medical (including Vision)
• RRSP with employer matching program
• Long Term and Short-Term Disability
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• On-going training opportunities
• Annual Tool and boot allowance

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Analyzes customers’ truck performance complaints, diagnoses cause of any malfunctions, and performs repair.
• Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Saves and tags parts of the job if under warranty or if requested by the customer.
• Examines assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended.
• Communicates with service advisor/shop foreman or lead hand, immediately, if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.
• Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order.
• Road tests vehicles when required.
• Participates in manufacturer-sponsored training programs, schools, and events.
• Keeps abreast of manufacturer technical bulletins.
• Reports common machinery and tool defects or malfunctions to supervisor
• Ensures that the customers’ vehicles are kept clean. Notifies service advisor/dispatcher immediately of anything that has happened to change the appearance or condition of the vehicle.
• Keeps shop area neat and clean after each repair. Returns all common tools that were used in the repair to their designated storage place.
• Maintains and is accountable for all dealership-owned tools, manuals, and computer diagnostic equipment. Returns them to the proper place and in the same condition as when they were received.
• Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, provincial, and local regulations, such as hazardous waste disposal, WorkSafe BC practices, etc.
• Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Keeps up-to-date with WHMIS training (Canada) or OSHA HCS training (US).
• Becomes familiar with and complies with the company’s Health & Safety Manual

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

• At least 2 yrs’experienceas a Truck and Transport Technician and currently a registered apprentice with the Yukon Apprenticeship Board
• Must be willing to attend Apprenticeship Training (travel may be required) each year while working towards the Truck & Transport Technician Certificate.
• Willing to become CVIP certified after reaching journeyperson status
• Valid Driver’s Licence: Class 3 with Airbrake Endorsement or Class 1 (to test drive truck & trailer)
• Ability to proactively problem-solve and think logically
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work in harmony with others
• Computer skills with the ability to learn dealership computer systems
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 kgs or 50 pounds.
• Must be able to walk around body shop floor and exterior yard area (long periods standing/walking).
• Must have the mobility to easily access and egress trucks and equipment.
• Must be willing and able to work various shifts, possibly including weekends.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime when required.