Truck and Transport Technician

Cooke Aquaculture Inc.; Saint John; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading seafood company in Atlantic Canada is seeking a Truck and Transport Technician for their Saint John location. The role involves diagnosing problems and performing repairs on trucks and trailers. Ideal candidates will prioritize safety, possess strong communication skills, and ideally hold a Red Seal Journeyperson certification. This position offers competitive rates and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Company matched pension

Qualifications

• Experience in diagnosing problems and performing repairs on transportation equipment.
• Ability to maintain inventory management and paperwork.
• Experience in working in a repair shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose problems and perform repairs on trucks and trailers.
• Conduct preventative maintenance for the transportation fleet.
• Maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Reading and understanding work orders

Effective communication

Team player

Safety prioritization

Education

Red Seal Journeyperson or equivalent apprenticeship

Job description

Overview

Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, and South America. Our company’s success is driven by our dynamic, highly-skilled and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area’s economy and sense of community.

Shoreland Transportation Inc., a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc., is seeking an experienced Truck and Transport Technician to join our team based out of our Saint John West location.

The Role

Reporting to the VP Transportation & Logistics, the Truck and Transport Technician will :

• Diagnose problems, perform repairs, and provide preventative maintenance services for our transportation fleet
• Perform repairs and services on various types of trucks, trailers, and reefer units
• Perform preventative maintenance at prescribed intervals
• Due diligence with inventory Management and Paperwork for parts and repair orders
• Other tasks that arise within a repair shop work environment

A successful candidate will

• Have experience reading and understanding work orders, task procedures and technical manuals
• Always make safety a priority
• Maintain a clean work area
• Red Seal Journeyperson would be an asset; however, for the right candidate a 3rd or 4th year apprentice may be considered
• Effective communicator as well as a team player

Cooke offers full-time year-round employment, competitive rates and a competitive benefits package which includes health and dental as well as a company matched pension.

The Opportunity

The role description is just one part of the story. This is an opportunity to grow, to stretch, to work within the parameters of the role but stretch to your fullest potential. We are a team that counts performance, we reward contribution, and we recognize talent. It is about being at the center of the fastest growing company in Atlantic Canada and knowing you are part of that growth. The ability to bring your passion for learning, desire for growth, and energy for moving your career forward is what we offer.

The Why

Why Cooke? Simple - because we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness, and work ethic. We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future.

NOTE: The recruiter is reviewing and interviewing eligible applicants for this position as they are received. If you are interested in this posting, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.