Lead Hand / Heavy Duty Mechanic - Days - Woodbridge

Trans-United Consultants Ltd.; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Trans-United Consultants Ltd. is seeking a Lead Hand / Heavy Duty Mechanic for day shifts in Woodbridge. The role requires a valid 421A or 310T certification, a Class G license, and extensive experience with heavy equipment and trucks.

You will lead, mentor and develop a team of mechanics in a busy shop, perform diagnostics using computerized tools, and oversee repairs from engines to drivetrains with emphasis on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a licensed heavy duty mechanic.
• Experience working on construction equipment is a must.
• Experience working on fleet trucks is an asset.
• Proficient at diagnosing electrical and mechanical issues on heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on repair work and Lead Hand duties directing, mentoring and supporting a team of HD Mechanics in shop.
• Diagnose and repair heavy duty construction equipment and trucks.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and use computerized diagnostic tools to isolate faults on engines, transmissions, hydraulics, electrical systems and drivetrains.
• Component overhaul - rebuilding or replacing major assemblies like engines, transmissions, differentials, final drives and turbochargers.
• Carry out scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes.
• Road test vehicles and test systems to diagnose and isolate faults; coach and train shop staff; oversee daily workflow.

Skills

Heavy equipment diagnostics

Team leadership

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Education

421A Heavy Duty Mechanic / 310T certification

Class G license

Tools

Computerized diagnostic tools

Job description

Engineering,Technical, Skilled Trades, Management & Computer positions

Position

Lead Hand / Heavy Duty Mechanic - Days - Woodbridge

Job Type

Permanent

Education

• Valid 421A Heavy Duty Mechanic certification or 310T certification
• Valid Class G license
• Ozone Depletion Card an asset
• Cat and/or Komatsu experience an asset
• 5 yrs+ experience as a licensed heavy duty mechanic
• Experience working on construction equipment a MUST
• Experience working on fleet trucks an asset
• Solid understanding of heavy equipment diagnostics across engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and drivetrains
• Proficient at diagnosing electrical and mechanical issues for a variety of heavy equipment using appropriate tools for troubleshooting and inspecting equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Experience leading, supervising, or mentoring other mechanics in a shop environment

Duties / Responsibilities

• Hands-on repair work as well as Lead Hand role directing, mentoring and supporting a team of HD Mechanics in shop
• Diagnose and repair heavy duty construction equipment (bulldozers, excavators, cranes, graders, loaders, dump trucks) and trucks
• Performing scheduled maintenance and using computerized diagnostic tools to isolate faults; includes working on engines, transmissions, hydraulic and electrical systems, drivetrains
• Component overhaul - rebuilding or replacing major assemblies like engines, transmissions, differentials, final drives, and turbochargers
• Perform scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes
• Road test motor vehicles and test automotive systems and components using computerized diagnostic and other testing devices to diagnose and isolate faults
• Coach, mentor, and train employees within the shop; oversee daily workflow of shop's Mechanics - assigning and prioritizing work, providing hands-on diagnostic guidance, mentoring apprentices and junior mechanics, and ensuring repairs are completed safely, correctly and on schedule