transport truck mechanic

T&R Truck Repair Limited; Truro; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in truck repair seeks an experienced Truck Mechanic to handle repairs on commercial transport truck systems. The role includes diagnosing faults, performing scheduled maintenance, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess necessary certifications and experience, ensuring high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Health benefits

Competitive salary

Uniform provided

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in truck repair.
• Valid driver's license (Class 1 or A).
• Team player with reliability and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Adjust and repair commercial transport truck systems.
• Inspect and test equipment to locate faults.
• Provide customer service and keep records of work performed.

Skills

Welding

Customer Service

Fault Diagnosis

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Education

Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification

Truck and Transport Mechanic Red Seal Endorsement

Level three apprenticeship training

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Tools

Job description

• Experience : 3 years to less than 5 years

Tasks

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
• Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Discuss work with supervisor
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Review work orders
• Road test motor vehicles
• Test automotive systems and components
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
• Provide customer service
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
• Service attachments and working tools
• Welding experience
• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification
• Truck and Transport Mechanic Red Seal Endorsement
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• Level three apprenticeship training

Types of systems

• Air conditioning system

Diesel engine repair specialization

• Major internal engine repairs or overhaul
• Installation and alignment of engines and machinery
• Lubrication system
• Cooling system

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Power take-offs
• Mechanical transmissions
• Hydraulic transmissions
• Highway vehicle tires and wheels
• Drive trains and final drives
• Differentials

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence
• Drive manual transmission vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Standing for extended periods
• Handling heavy loads
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?