Diesel Truck Technician / Mechanic III (Helper / Apprentice)

Penske Transportation Solutions; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in transportation solutions seeks a Vehicle Maintenance Technician to perform essential vehicle repairs and preventive maintenance. The role includes using various tools and equipment, and ensuring high standards of customer service and safety. If you have a passion for mechanics and customer service, this opportunity may be for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Experience with hand and power tools.
• Strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine vehicle maintenance such as oil changes and checking batteries.
• Adjust and replace brakes and other components as needed.
• Assist supervisors with mechanical repairs.

Skills

Use of hand tools

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical repairs

Customer service

Tools

Pneumatic wrenches

Welding equipment

Hydraulic jacks

Job description

• Remove, replace or adjust the following with some supervision : brakes (air and hydraulic), fifth wheel, minor electrical repairs, cab components and accessories, minor trailer maintenance such as doors, wheel seals, etc.
• Perform all aspects of preventive maintenance on vehicles as trained
• Perform other mechanical repairs and replacements as directed / assisted by Technician I, II, -Lead Technician or Supervisor as part of overall training
• All customer service duties as necessary
• Pick up and delivery of vehicles
• Maintain work area appearance and safety
• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Adjust and replace brakes, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
• Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists
• Other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor