Trailer Technician

Bison Transport Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bison Transport Inc. is seeking a Licensed Trailer Technician to join our innovative and professional team in Winnipeg. The role involves preventative maintenance and repairs on our growing fleet, along with participation in national certification programs for career advancement. Enjoy a variety of benefits and the opportunity to develop within a supportive environment focused on your future.

Benefits

Boot and tool allowance

Flexible health and dental plans

Paid Personal Leave Days

Group life and disability insurance

Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)

Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Education reimbursement

RRSP Matching Plan

Referral bonus program

Career development opportunities

Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Mandatory qualifications include performing Safety inspections.
• Ability to obtain CVIP certification.
• Relevant experience in heavy-duty mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Complete preventative maintenance and repairs on the fleet.
• Diagnose problems found during inspections.
• Work collaboratively with Service Coordinator and other mechanics.

Skills

Diagnosing skills

Time-management skills

Use of computers for work orders

Education

Certified Journeyman Technician

2-3 years’ experience

Job description

Please note this position is permanent full‐time and subject to either 4x10s, 5x8s, or Continental shift.

Bison invests in the best equipment and the best people to work on our growing tractor and trailer fleet. We offer state-of-the-art equipment and software. As a Bison Technician, you will enjoy working in a clean, innovative, and professional team-oriented shop. We are devoted to your career advancement as a skilled technician and support national tractor and trailer apprentice certification programs. All of our Technicians are enrolled in the Technician Safety Award Program, providing awards and recognition for safety.

The Licensed Trailer Technicians will work in conjunction with the Service Coordinator, Tractor Mechanics, and other Trailer Mechanics to complete preventative maintenance and repairs on the Bison fleet in a timely and efficient manner by diagnosing problems found during inspections and prescribing the correct remedial action.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Being a Licensed Heavy-Duty Mechanic
• Demonstrating diagnosing and time-management abilities, which are key to success in this position
• Previous experience and qualification to perform Safeties are mandatory
• Experience using computers to enter work orders

Qualifications:

• Certified Journeyman Technician or 2-3 years’ experience
• Proven diagnosing and time-management skills
• Experience and qualification to perform Safety inspections are assets; ability to obtain CVIP is mandatory

Benefits Include:

• Boot and tool allowance
• Flexible health and dental plans
• Paid Personal Leave Days
• Group life insurance and disability insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Education reimbursement
• RRSP Matching Plan
• Referral bonus program
• Career development opportunities
• Wellness Program

This job is classified under NOC Code: 72401.

Why Bison:

• Supportive team with coaching and training to develop your skills and career
• Dispersed work environments promoting work-life balance
• Meaningful work with an essential service provider
• Engaging Wellness Program & sports teams

About Bison:

• Over 50 years in business
• Active in CSR and charitable giving
• Committed to environmental sustainability

Bison Transport is committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace.