Weekend 310J/T Apprentice or Licensed Trailer Mechanic- Challenger (Cambridge)

Fastfrate Group; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual tool allowance

Boot allowance

Job summary

Fastfrate Group is seeking an Experienced Apprentice Mechanic or Licensed Truck Mechanic (310T) to perform maintenance and repairs on our fleet at Cambridge, ON.

The role focuses on preventative maintenance, diagnostics and road-testing by a safety-minded technician with valid 310T credentials. On-site schedule offers consistent hours and a tool/boot allowance after one year.

Qualifications

• Provincial Ontario 310T Certification or interprovincial designation.
• Registered 310T with OCOT.
• 2–5 years of prior technician experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and scheduled maintenance and repairs on company-owned trucks and trailers.
• Review work orders and document parts used with causes and corrections.
• Inspect vehicles and perform road tests to ensure repairs are complete.

Skills

Detail oriented

Safety minded

Customer focus

Team player

Willingness to learn

Education

Ontario 310T Certification

OCOT registration

G-class driver's license

Tools

Air brakes know-how

Diagnostics knowledge

5th wheel rebuilding

OEM Freightliner/Volvo/Paccar experience

Job description

Role Summary

As a part of our Maintenance Department, the Experienced Apprentice Mechanic or Licensed Truck Mechanic (310T) is responsible for daily and preventative maintenance and completes the required repairs on our company-owned trucks and trailers.

The chosen candidate will provide quality customer service to our drivers, is safety focused and is a Licensed Truck Mechanic (310T) or Experienced Apprentice Mechanic looking to work in a fleet maintenance environment.

Hours of Work

Consistent Schedule, Friday- Sunday from 6:00am-6:00pm (1 hour lunch - paid)

Work Arrangement

On-site

Position Type

Non-Union

Employment Status

Permanent

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $27.00- $42.00, depending on license and experience

Annual Tool and Boot Allowance (after 1 year of service)

Work Location & Environment

300 Maple Grove Rd, Cambridge ON, N3E 1B7, Work Environment - Maintenance Shop

Key Accountabilities

• Preventative and scheduled repairs:
• Review and follow work order instructions from start to finish
• Outline all parts used and input comments into the work order (complaint, cause and correction) regarding the repair
• Inspect entire vehicle and road test to ensure repairs are complete
• Test systems and components using computerized diagnostic and other testing devices to isolate faults
• Notify shift Team Leader of any other needed repairs
• Identify any warranty repairs and complete necessary paperwork
• Perform Ministry of Transportation vehicle inspections as per Ministry guidelines
• Shunting and moving equipment in and out of maintenance facility and other destinations for repairs
• Shop cleanup:
• Put away any equipment used, including personal tools
• Shop cleanliness, emptying garbage cans at end of shift, washing floors and sweeping
• Attend shift meetings as required
• Participate in formal and informal training sessions
• Perform other maintenance duties as required

Qualifications

• Provincial Ontario 310T Certification of Qualification (Truck), or interprovincial designation from another province, or within 3rd year ofapprenticeship
• Registered 310T with Ontario College of Trades (OCOT)
• 2-5 years of prior work experience as a technician an asset
• Possess a valid G-class driver's license is required
• Must have suitable tools or willingness to purchase prior to hire
• Knowledgeable with air brakes, electrical diagnostics and 5th wheel rebuilding
• Understand emission controls, including DPFs, DEF, EGR systems and Detroit one-box systems
• Experience with Bendix and Meritor systems; OEM Freightliner, Volvo and/or Paccar experience is an asset
• Experience replacing clutches and engine diagnostics with integrated powertrain experience is an asset

Skills and Attributes

• Able to use current technology to ensure vehicle safety and performance
• Detail oriented with the ability to effectively prioritize and multi-task in a busy environment
• Mechanically inclined
• Interested in the transportation industry
• Safety minded
• Strong customer focus
• Proactive attitude and takes initiative to prevent issues
• Well-organized, enthusiastic, professional and a positive team member
• An opportunity to contribute to the company by continually making improvements and resolving issues
• Good verbal and written communication skills, relationship building and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn new skills