Transport truck mechanic

• Location Dartmouth, NSB3B 1M1
• Work location On site
• Salary$32.00 to $40.00HOUR hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 to 42.5 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
• Overtime required, Morning, Day, Night, Weekend
• Starts as soon as possible
• Benefits: Health benefits
• vacancies 1 vacancy
• Permanent placement opportunity
• Source Job Bank #3685045

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Registered Apprenticeship certificate

Experience

5 years or more

On site

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

Work site environment

• Dirty
• Hot
• Noisy

Work setting

• Workshop

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
• Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Discuss work with supervisor
• 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
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
• Coach and instruct apprentices

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Automotive Service Technician Trade Certification
• Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification
• Truck-Trailer Repairer Trade Certification
• Truck and Transport Mechanic Red Seal Endorsement
• Truck-Trailer Repairer Red Seal Endorsement

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

• Engine repair
• 4-wheel drive
• Electrical and electronic system
• Diesel engines
• Brake system
• Fuel and emission system
• Ignition and electrical system
• Automatic transmission
• Standard transmission
• Engine repair and overhaul
• Collision repair
• Frame straightening
• Plastics repair
• Welding
• Truck-trailer repair

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits