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transport truck mechanic

Posted on August 21, 2024 by Employer details T&R Truck Repair Limited

Job details

  • Location102 Blakeney DriveTruro, NSB2N 6Z1
  • Workplace information On site
  • Salary25.00 to 32.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 to 45 hours per week
  • Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
  • Day
  • Start date Starts as soon as possible
  • Benefits: Health benefits
  • vacancies 2 vacancies
  • Source Job Bank #3049032

Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • College/CEGEP
  • or equivalent experience

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

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

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
  • Review work orders
  • Road test motor vehicles
  • Test automotive systems and components
  • Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
  • Repair or replace mechanical units or components
  • Perform scheduled maintenance service
  • Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
  • Complete reports to record problems and work performed
  • Provide customer service
  • Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
  • Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
  • Service attachments and working tools
  • Welding experience
  • Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
  • Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required
  • Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications
  • Perform repair work on heavy trucks

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

  • Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification
  • Truck and Transport Mechanic Red Seal Endorsement
  • Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
  • Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
  • Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Types of systems

  • Air conditioning system

Diesel engine repair specialization

  • Major internal engine repairs or overhaul
  • Installation and alignment of engines and machinery
  • Fuel injection system
  • Engine control system
  • Lubrication system
  • Cooling system
  • Exhaust system

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

  • Power take-offs
  • Mechanical transmissions
  • Hydraulic transmissions
  • Highway vehicle tires and wheels
  • Drive trains and final drives
  • Differentials

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

  • Own transportation
  • Valid driver's licence
  • Drive manual transmission vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Fast-paced environment
  • Hand-eye co-ordination
  • Attention to detail
  • Manual dexterity
  • Standing for extended periods
  • Handling heavy loads
  • Bending, crouching, kneeling

Weight handling

  • Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
  • Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

  • Tools
  • Steel-toed safety boots
  • Gloves

Personal suitability

  • Accurate
  • Dependability
  • Flexibility
  • Reliability
  • Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

  • Dental plan
  • Health care plan
  • Vision care benefits

Who can apply to this job?

Only apply to this job if:

  • You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
  • You have a valid Canadian work permit.

If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2024-09-20

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transport truck mechanic NOC 72410 North Shore Region
Median wage Help -
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