bus and truck mechanic

Government of Canada; Shawinigan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service institution in Shawinigan is looking for a Truck and Transport Mechanic to perform mechanical repairs and inspections on transport truck systems. The role requires 5 or more years of experience and specific trade certification. The successful candidate will work on-site and be responsible for duties such as repairing truck components, conducting road tests, and maintaining records of work performed. This position includes comprehensive health and financial benefits, ensuring a stable and encouraging work environment.

Benefits

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Pension plan

Learning/training paid by employer

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of relevant experience in mechanical repair of trucks and components.
• Must hold a Class 1 or A driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Adjust, repair, or replace parts of commercial transport truck systems.
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults.
• Perform scheduled maintenance service.
• Road test motor vehicles and adjust systems to specifications.

Skills

Accurate

Dependability

Judgement

Reliability

Team player

Punctuality

Education

Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification

Job description

Overview Languages

French

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Self-employed

Responsibilities Tasks

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
• Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Discuss work with supervisor
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect motor in operation
• Review work orders
• Road test motor vehicles
• Test automotive systems and components
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
• 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

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Additional information Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Punctuality

Benefits Health benefits

• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Travel insurance