Trailer Mechanic
- Winnipeg, MB, Canada
Full-time
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- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
CWS Logistics requires a TRANSPORT TRAILER TECHNICIAN for our Winnipeg shop.
We have a fleet of 200 heated and dry van trailers that we maintain at our Winnipeg shop. We offer benefits, RRSP matching and weekday only shifts. Boot allowance is offered after 1 successful year of employment. PPE is provided and many shop specific tools also provided.
Qualifications
We have a fleet of 200 heated and dry van trailers that we maintain at our Winnipeg shop. We offer benefits, RRSP matching and weekday only shifts. Boot allowance is offered after 1 successful year of employment. PPE is provided and many shop specific tools also provided.
Qualifications
- Safety inspection certificate an asset.
- Journeyman certificate an asset.
- Minimum 3 years experience preferred.
- Welding experience an asset.
- Experience with 53' van trailers.
- Experience on Solara Heater units an asset.
- Drivers License 5 and or Class 1A license an asset.
- No existing allergy to agriculture chemicals or pesticides.
- Must be able to read, write and speak basic English.
- Must be able to do basic math calculations.
- Capable of using diagnostic tools and computer.
- Must have full set of hand tools.
- Excellent focus and attention to detail.
- Ability to work as a team and independently.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Ability to wear various personal protective equipment (PPE) including fall protection.
- Will be trained on TDG, WHMIS, forklift and first-aid.
- Perform preventative and scheduled maintenance on van trailers and converter dollies.
- Perform MPI (Manitoba) standard safety inspections for commercial vehicles.
- Follow work order/repair process and documentations.
- Inspect and test mechanical units such as: lights, air systems, axles and ABS brake systems.
- Adjust, repair, replace parts/components of trailer systems including: frame, body, engines, fuel system, electrical systems on Solara heaters.
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of trailer systems including structural, brake and electrical systems.
- Comply and participate with Canada Labour Code Part II (health and safety regulations).
- Comply to CWS policies and procedures as well as industry standards.
- Report near misses and accidents.
- Perform all other duties assigned by manager.
- Responsible for the organization and cleanliness of their workstation and shop, parts-room and yard.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Perform preventive and scheduled maintenance, inspections, testing, and repairs on van trailers and converter dollies, including their structural, brake, air, lighting, and electrical systems. Document work, follow safety requirements and company procedures, report incidents, and maintain an organized workstation and shop area.
Requirements
At least three years of experience is preferred; a journeyman certificate, safety inspection certificate, welding experience, and relevant driver's licenses are assets. Candidates should have experience with 53-foot van trailers, be able to use diagnostic tools and computers, possess a full set of hand tools, communicate in basic English, and meet the physical and PPE requirements of the role.
Skills
- Trailer Maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Commercial Vehicle Safety Inspections
- Welding
- Mechanical Diagnostics
- Air Systems
- Axles
- ABS Brake Systems
- Electrical Systems
- Solara Heater Systems
- Repair Documentation
- Hand Tools
- Basic Mathematics
- Teamwork
- Attention to Detail
- Personal Protective Equipment
Benefits
- Benefits
- RRSP Matching
- Boot Allowance
- Personal Protective Equipment Provided
- Shop-Specific Tools Provided
Visa sponsorship
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Hiring contact email
dnanka@cwslogistics.com
Categories
- Trades
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Transport Trailer Technician
- Trailer Mechanic
- Van Trailers
- Converter Dollies
- Preventive Maintenance
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Manitoba Public Inspection (MPI)
- Commercial Vehicle Safety Inspections
- 53-Foot Trailers
- Solara Heater Units
- Welding
- Journeyman Certificate
- Safety Inspection Certificate
- Diagnostic Tools
- Air Systems
- Axles
- ABS Brakes
- Trailer Frames
- Trailer Body
- Fuel Systems
- Electrical Systems
- Structural Repairs
- Work Orders
- Repair Documentation
- TDG
- WHMIS
- Forklift
- First Aid
- Fall Protection
- Canada Labour Code Part II