Mechanic Diesel 527

Purolator; Dartmouth; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Purolator in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, is hiring a Diesel Mechanic for on-site work. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy duty equipment to meet safety and quality goals, and log results in the maintenance database. English proficiency is required for frequent stakeholder communications.

The shift is Monday to Friday, 3:30pm–12:00am (40 hours/week). Pay is $40.19/hour, rising to $49.06/hour after 4 months, with licensing and experience prerequisites as listed.

Qualifications

• Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic license is required.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean abstract.
• Minimum 3 years of Diesel Mechanic experience required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair on- / off-road and heavy duty vehicles and equipment to meet maintenance schedules and safety/quality goals.
• Enter data in the maintenance/repair database (e.g., Web Fleet Assistant).
• Escalate complex problems to Foreman or manager.
• Respond to service calls for equipment breakdowns when supervision is unavailable.

Skills

Troubleshoot repairs

Service reports

Education

Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic license

Class 5 driver’s license

3 years of Diesel Mechanic experience

Job description

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Date: 28 Aug 2026

Location:

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, CA, B3B 1P4

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Shift: Monday to Friday: 3:30pm - 12:00am (40 hours/week)

Pay Rate: $40.19/hour ($49.06 after 4 months)

Description

The Diesel Mechanic inspects, maintains, diagnoses, and repairs assigned on-/off-road and heavy duty equipment to ensure proper function and vehicle safety and meet quality and performance goals.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair on- / off-road and heavy duty vehicles and equipment to meet preventative maintenance schedules, ensure proper function, and meet vehicle safety and quality goals
• Assist with entering data in the mechanic’s maintenance and repair database (e.g., Web Fleet Assistant (WFA))
• Communicates concerns or escalates unusually complex or persistent problems to the Foreman or other manager
• Responds to service calls for equipment breakdowns when no supervisor is available to assist in diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues arising from the Control Room, Dispatch, or Drivers

Education

• Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanics license
• Valid "Class 5" class driver's license with a clear driver’s abstract that meets Purolator’s insurance requirements (Class 1 preferred)
• 3 year of experience as a Diesel Mechanic is required.

Skills

• Troubleshoot Mechanical And Collision Repairs
• Service Reports and Logs Maintenance

Physical Efforts

• Physical Efforts-Standing
• Physical Efforts-Physical strength - Lifting/Lowering upto 70 pounds
• Physical Efforts-Low Back Movements
• Physical Efforts-Reaching

Mental Efforts

• Mental Efforts-Attention to Details Required
• Mental Efforts-Concentration on precision work

Language Requirement:Proficiency in English is required for this position due to the frequent communications that must be conducted in English with various stakeholders. This requirement is justified by the nature of the responsibilities and operational needs.

Purolator is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

We welcome all qualified applicants and provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.

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We recognize that employees and their families are essential to our success. We strive to provide a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace, ensuring the right people have the tools they need to thrive.

Every day at Purolator is an opportunity to connect with colleagues, customers, and communities to make a positive impact. Learn more about our values at www.purolator.com.