Trailer Mechanic

C W S Logistics; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CWS Logistics is seeking a Transport Trailer Technician for their Winnipeg shop. The role involves preventative and scheduled maintenance on a fleet of trailers, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Benefits include RRSP matching, weekday shifts, and PPE provisions.

Benefits

Benefits

RRSP matching

Boot allowance after 1 year

PPE provided

Shop specific tools provided

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an apprentice (1st - 3rd year) required.
• Welding experience is an asset.
• Experience with 53' van trailers and Solara heater units preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on van trailers.
• Conduct Manitoba standard safety inspections.
• Adjust and repair trailer systems including brakes and electrical.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Basic math calculations

Use of diagnostic tools

Education

Safety inspection certificate

Journeyman certificate

Drivers License 5 or Class 1A license

Tools

Full set of hand tools

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Job description

CWS Logistics requires a TRANSPORT TRAILER TECHNICIAN for our Winnipeg shop.

We have a fleet of 200 heated and dry van trailers that we maintain at our Winnipeg shop. We offer benefits, RRSP matching and weekday only shifts. Boot allowance is offered after 1 successful year of employment. PPE is provided and many shop specific tools also provided.

Qualifications

• Safety inspection certificate an asset.
• Journeyman certificate an asset.
• 1st, 2nd and 3rd year apprentice proven experience.
• Welding experience an asset.
• Experience with 53' van trailers.
• Experience on Solara Heater units an asset.
• Drivers License 5 and or Class 1A license an asset.
• No existing allergy to agriculture chemicals or pesticides.
• Must be able to read, write and speak basic English.
• Must be able to do basic math calculations.
• Capable of using diagnostic tools and computer.
• Must have full set of hand tools.
• Excellent focus and attention to detail.
• Ability to work as a team and independently.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to wear various personal protective equipment (PPE) including fall protection.
• Will be trained on TDG, WHMIS, forklift and first-aid.
  
  

Duties

• Perform preventative and scheduled maintenance on van trailers and converter dollies.
• Perform MPI (Manitoba) standard safety inspections for commercial vehicles.
• Follow work order/repair process and documentations.
• Inspect and test mechanical units such as: lights, air systems, axles and ABS brake systems.
• Adjust, repair, replace parts/components of trailer systems including: frame, body, engines, fuel system, electrical systems on Solara heaters.
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of trailer systems including structural, brake and electrical systems.
• Comply and participate with Canada Labour Code Part II (health and safety regulations).
• Comply to CWS policies and procedures as well as industry standards.
• Report near misses and accidents.
• Perform all other duties assigned by manager.
• Responsible for the organization and cleanliness of their workstation and shop, parts-room and yard.
  
  

CWS Logistics Ltd. is committed to diversity and inclusion in the Workplace and is located at: 1664 Seel Avenue off Waverley. Interested applicants can submit their resume by emailing: [e-mail].

About CWS Logistics

CWS Logistics is a Canadian owned and operated company specializes in the transportation and warehouse management in the agriculture and consumer goods industries across Western Canada.Starting a career with CWS Logistics means you will be home daily, receive great wages, a great benefit package and a matching RRSP program.