truck trailer repairer apprentice

Ontario Tarp & Trailer Systems; Milton; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Tarp & Trailer Systems in Milton, Ontario, is seeking an experienced technician to service and repair truck-trailer systems at our on-site garage. You will diagnose faults, adjust and replace components, test units and road-test vehicles, review work orders, and explain repairs and future needs to customers.

A valid driver’s license and 2+ years of related experience are required. This hands-on role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Educational credential as above.
• 2+ years automotive/truck-trailer repair experience.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
• Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect motor in operation
• Review work orders
• 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
• 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

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Job description

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Overview

Languages

• English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

Work site environment

• Noisy

Work setting

• Garage

Responsibilities

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


• Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit


• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions


• Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions


• Inspect motor in operation


• Review work orders


• 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


• 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

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

• Truck-trailer repair

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment


• Hand-eye co-ordination


• Attention to detail

Own tools/equipment

• Tools


• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Dependability


• Judgement


• Reliability


• Team player

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees

Support for youths

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment

Support for Veterans

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Veterans

Support for Indigenous people

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people

Support for mature workers

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports mature workers

Supports for visible minorities

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities