transport truck trailer mechanic

Palmer Automotive & Truck Center/Palmer Parts & Equipment; Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local automotive service provider in Charlottetown, Canada, is looking for an experienced automotive technician. The role involves adjusting, repairing and replacing parts of commercial transport truck systems, along with providing customer service and coaching apprentices. Interested candidates with a minimum of 2 years of experience and a secondary graduation certificate are encouraged to apply. The position offers full-time hours and comes with benefits including disability coverage and a pension plan.

Benefits

Disability benefits

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Pension plan

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in automotive repair is required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Own transportation necessary.

Responsibilities

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems.
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults.
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed.

Skills

Adjusting and replacing parts of truck systems

Inspections and testing mechanical units

Customer service skills

Coaching and instructing apprentices

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Posted on November 25, 2025 by a licensed third-party for Employer details Palmer Automotive & Truck Center/Palmer Parts & Equipment. You have successfully applied for this job through Job Bank!

• Salary 24.00 hourly / 40 to 48 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Shifts: Early morning, Morning, Day, Shift, On call
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

• Dusty
• Dirty

Responsibilities

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Test and adjust units to specifications
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
• Coach and instruct apprentices
• Provide customer service

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation / Travel Information

• Own transportation

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment

Tools and Equipment Provided

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Disability benefits
• Paramedical services coverage
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan

Other Benefits

• Free parking available

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• permanent resident of Canada
• temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-12-25

Important notice

This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.