diesel mechanic

JBH Truck Centre Ltd.; Brampton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading truck service provider in Peel Region is seeking a skilled Mechanic to perform repair and maintenance on heavy trucks. The ideal candidate will have a secondary school graduation certificate and 1-2 years of relevant experience. You will be responsible for troubleshooting equipment, instructing apprentices, and ensuring all work meets specifications. The role requires physical stamina and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience in mechanical repair or maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot and inspect equipment effectively.
• Skills in diagnosing faults using advanced tools.

Responsibilities

• Instruct apprentices in mechanical tasks.
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks and equipment.
• Test and inspect repaired equipment for performance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Client focus

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 35 hours per week
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Tasks

• Instruct apprentices
• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required
• Order parts and maintain inventory
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers\' specifications
• Attach components and adjust new farm equipment
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks
• Service attachments and working tools
• Verify and repair emission control systems

Diesel engine repair specialization

• Fuel injection system
• Exhaust system
• Cooling system
• Air conditioning system
• Lubrication system
• Engine control system
• Major internal engine repairs or overhaul
• Installation and alignment of engines and machinery

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Mechanical transmissions
• Hydraulic transmissions
• Power take-offs
• Tracked vehicle suspensions and steering
• Wheel-mounted vehicle suspension and steering
• Highway vehicle tires and wheels
• Off-road vehicle tires and wheels
• Differentials
• Brake system

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Handling heavy loads
• Manual dexterity
• Sound discrimination
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player