Truck and coach technician

1490288 Ontario Inc. O / A Kenworth Ontario; Ontario; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading heavy-duty truck dealership in Ontario is seeking a Truck and Transport Mechanic. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining commercial transport truck systems. Candidates must have relevant education, experience, and a valid driver's license. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a structured work schedule with the possibility of overtime.

Benefits

Vision care benefits

Life insurance

Dental and health care plan

PPE provided at no cost

Uniforms provided at no cost

Boot allowance

Qualifications

• Completion of secondary school required.
• 4-year truck and transport mechanic apprenticeship or equivalent experience.
• G driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Adjust, repair, or replace parts of commercial transport truck systems.
• Diagnose faults and malfunctions, including computer diagnostics.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and advise customers on work performed.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge of air systems

Diagnostic and troubleshooting

Knowledge of electrical and computer diagnostics

Education

Completion of secondary school

Completion of a four-year apprenticeship

Job description

Business Information : Kenworth Ontario is a heavy duty truck dealership. Our company offers new and used truck sales, financing and service. We sell manufacturer parts and quality accessories, and we are also an authorized dealer for Cummins, Caterpillar, and TRP parts.

Business Address : 432 Corduroy Road, Vars, ON K0A 3H0

Work Location : Same as above

Type of Employment : Full Time – Permanent

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Job Description :

Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems

Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions

Road test motor vehicles

Test automotive systems and components

Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems

Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems

Diagnose faults and malfunctions, including computer diagnostics on major OEM engines – Cummins, Cat, Paccar, and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit

Repair or replace mechanical units or components, including air and 2010 emissions systems

Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer’s specifications

Estimate parts and labour costs

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

Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor

Provide customer service

Complete repair / service orders

Maintain good relationships with customers and co-workers

Maintain shop cleanliness as a team

Perform scheduled maintenance of heavy duty tractors and trailers

Able to follow diagnostics troubleshooting tree and read electrical diagrams

Requirements :

Education : Completion of secondary school is required.

Experience : Completion of a four-year truck and transport mechanic or truck-trailer repair apprenticeship or a combination of over four years of work experience and industry courses in truck or heavy duty equipment mechanics is required to be eligible for trade certification.

Be eligible to obtain a Truck and Coach Technician (310T license) is required.

Working knowledge of heavy duty equipment and components is required

Good mechanical knowledge of air systems is required

Knowledge of electrical and computer diagnostics on major OEM engines – Cummins, Cat, Paccar is required

Previous experience on repairs on post 2010 emissions systems is required

Diagnostic and troubleshooting experience is required

A valid G driver’s license is required. A driver’s abstract will be required upon hire.

Previous experience on heavy duty diesel engine, Cummins and Paccar engine is an asset.

Work conditions and physical capabilities : Fast-paced environment, Attention to detail, Manual dexterity, Overtime required, Work under pressure, Tight deadlines, Bending, crouching, kneeling, Handling heavy loads.

Personal Suitability : Accurate, Client focus, Dependability, Flexibility, Judgement, Reliability, Team player, Efficient interpersonal skills, Organized, Initiative.

Weight handling : Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Language : English is required.

Salary : $34.07 per hour, 40 – 48 hours per week.

Benefits : Vision care benefits, life insurance, dental and health care plan provided by the employer. Personal protective equipment (PPE) and uniforms are provided by the employer at no cost, as well as, boot allowance.

Important information : Flexibility on schedule is required. The work schedule will be from Monday to Thursday from 2 : 30 PM to 11 : 00 PM, and Friday from 12 : 00 PM to 8 : 30 PM. Work on Saturdays from 6 : 30 AM to 3 : 00 PM will be required on a rotational basis. Overtime is required. Tools are initially provided until the selected candidates obtain their own.