Diesel Service Technician - Apprentice (3rd or 4th year)

Tirecraft; Thames Centre; On-site; CAD 3,444,000 - 4,408,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Purchase Program

Birthday off with pay

Future ownership opportunities; ESOP

Job summary

Tirecraft in Dorchester, ON is seeking a Diesel Service Technician – Apprentice to maintain and repair diesel fleet vehicles. The role focuses on diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance with a strong emphasis on safety and quality, working an afternoon shift from 3:30 pm to 11:00 pm.

Ideal candidates start from the Diesel Apprenticeship path (310T/310J) or are in years 3–4, with a valid driver’s license and a collaborative approach to teamwork.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Diesel Service Technician Apprenticeship (310T) or willing to accept 310J; currently enrolled in year 3 or 4.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; strong diagnostics.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean abstract; strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Interact with Service Advisors to obtain work orders and customer requirements.
• Inspect and test diesel systems using diagnostic devices to locate faults.
• Repair or replace parts in diesel systems including fuel, brakes, steering, and engine components.
• Evaluate repaired systems against manufacturer specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes and tune-ups.
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair needs.
• Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and determine repair actions.
• Diagnose faults and decide on repair or replacement with supervisor input.
• Test units to ensure proper performance.

Skills

Independent work

Diagnostics

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

310T/310J Diesel Apprenticeship

Tools

Hand tools

Diagnostic testing devices

Job description

Diesel Service Technician – Apprentice

Tubby’s Truck and Trailer, Dorchester, ON

Tirecraft is a proudly Canadian owned and operated expert in tires and automotive services. As a Diesel Service Technician – Apprentice you will play a crucial role in maintaining and repairing our customer fleet of diesel vehicles, ensuring they operate at optimal performance levels. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in diagnostics, keen attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently and within a team. If you take pride in delivering top-notch mechanical solutions, we invite you to our team and contribute to our continued success. Must be able to work straight afternoon shifts: 3:30 pm to 11:00 pm. We are growing and this is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of people enthusiastic about the industry. This is an hourly position with wages ranging from $25.00-$32.00, based on experience.

Core Values:

Be the Hero: Go the extra mile, making someone’s day, be humble, offering plus ones (+1).

Be Positive: Passion, pride, dedicated, fun.

Be Better: Get stuff done, desire to improve, willing to learn, try new things, great ideas, opportunity, insightful, continuous improvement.

Do the Right Thing: Honest, no BS, team player, customer first. “Everyone Gets Home Safe”

Benefits:

• Benefits Package including Health and Dental coverage + more
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Purchase Program
• Birthday off with pay
• Future ownership opportunities; Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Responsibilities:

• Interact with Service Advisors to obtain work orders and customer service specific requirements.
• Inspect motor in operation, road test motor vehicle, and test automotive systems and components using computerized diagnostic and other testing devices to diagnose and isolate fault.
• Adjust, repair, or replace parts and components of diesel systems including fuel system, brakes, steering and suspension, engine and drive train, emission control and exhaust, cooling and climate control, and electrical and electronic systems using hand tools and other specialized automotive repair equipment.
• Evaluate and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer’s performance specification.
• Perform scheduled maintenance service, such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune ups.
• Advise customers and/or Service Advisor on work performed, general vehicle condition and future repair requirements.
• Inspect and test mechanical units, such as engines, transmissions, axles, and brake systems, to locate faults and malfunctions.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor or determine whether to repair or replace unit.
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components using hand and power tools.
• Test and adjust units to specifications to proper performance.

Qualifications:

• Diesel Service Technician Apprenticeship Certificate in accordance with the Ministry of Colleges, Training and Universities, 310T or willing to accept 310J Simply – Currently enrolled in year 3rd or 4th year of schooling
• Consistently able to work independently
• Intermediate drivability diagnostics
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean abstract
• Strong Communication Skills
• Problem Solving Skills to work independently and with a team

We appreciate all interested applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is for an existing vacancy.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.