Truck and Trailer Mechanic

ManpowerGroup, Inc.; Truro; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup, Inc. in Truro, NS is seeking a Truck and Trailer Mechanic to support safe operation of trucks and trailers. You will inspect, diagnose, and repair suspension and braking systems in a hands-on shop.

The role involves welding and fabrication as needed, routine and non-routine maintenance, and maintaining repair records while communicating with the team to ensure efficient service.

Qualifications

• Experience as a truck and trailer mechanic or related automotive/commercial mechanic role.
• Ability to troubleshoot suspension and brake issues and complete repairs.
• Competence with welding and fabrication tasks relevant to vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail for safe, reliable results.
• Willingness to follow shop safety practices and work responsibly with tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair suspension and braking systems on trucks and trailers to keep vehicles operating safely.
• Perform welding and fabrication work as needed to restore or improve vehicle components.
• Carry out routine and non-routine maintenance on commercial vehicles, including troubleshooting mechanical issues.
• Support repairs for truck and transport equipment, ensuring work is completed to required standards.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs and communicate clearly with the team to support efficient service.

Skills

Truck & trailer maintenance

Suspension & brake troubleshooting

Welding & fabrication

Mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Job description

Our client in the transportation and commercial vehicle maintenance industry is seeking a Truck and Trailer Mechanic to join their team. As a Truck and Trailer Mechanic, you will be part of the maintenance team supporting safe, reliable operation of trucks and trailers. The ideal candidate will bring strong mechanical troubleshooting skills, a commitment to quality workmanship, and the ability to work safely and efficiently in a hands-on shop environment—skills that will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Truck and Trailer Mechanic

Location: Truro, NS

Pay Range: Up to $55000

Shift:

What's the Job?

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair suspension and braking systems on trucks and trailers to keep vehicles operating safely.
• Perform welding and fabrication work as needed to restore or improve vehicle components.
• Carry out routine and non-routine maintenance on commercial vehicles, including troubleshooting mechanical issues.
• Support repairs for truck and transport equipment, ensuring work is completed to required standards.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs and communicate clearly with the team to support efficient service.

What's Needed?

• Experience working as a truck and trailer mechanic or in a related automotive/commercial mechanic role.
• Ability to troubleshoot suspension and brake issues and complete repairs effectively.
• Competence with welding and fabrication tasks relevant to vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail to ensure safe, reliable results.
• Willingness to follow shop safety practices and work responsibly with tools and equipment.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to build your career in commercial vehicle maintenance with hands-on, real-world work.
• A role where your mechanical skills directly impact vehicle safety and performance.
• Support from a team environment where clear communication helps work move efficiently.
• Chance to strengthen your expertise across suspension, brakes, welding, and fabrication.
• Motivating work that keeps you engaged—every job brings new challenges and solutions.