Red Seal Lead Hand Truck & Transport Mechanic

$45 per hour

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Lead Hand Mechanic – Red Seal Truck & Transport

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Compensation: $45.00 / hour + $5,000 Signing Bonus
Total Rewards: Boot & Tool Allowance ($1,000) | 4% RRSP Match | Comprehensive Health & Dental | Relocation Support | On-Call Premiums

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting a Lead Hand – Red Seal Truck and Transport Mechanic on behalf of a premier commercial transportation operator in Halifax, NS. Operating a top-tier, modern fleet across Eastern Canada, our client continues to expand its scheduled, charter, and specialized transit divisions.

As the Lead Hand Mechanic , you will serve as the senior working technician in the shop. You will blend hands-on diagnostics and heavy repair work with daily operational leadership—guiding shop floor priorities, mentoring apprentices, and ensuring peak fleet reliability and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership: Perform complex diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, and heavy mechanical repairs on heavy-duty commercial transport vehicles, buses, and support equipment.
Shop Coordination & Mentorship: Guide day-to-day workflow, assist technicians with complex repairs, and coach apprentices on industry best practices and safe work protocols.
Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Conduct inspections and preventive maintenance in accordance with provincial commercial vehicle standards; ensure all repair documentation is accurate and complete.
Operational Readiness: Coordinate with parts inventory, assist with shop process improvements, and support occasional emergency after-hours breakdown calls as part of a scheduled rotation.

Qualifications & Requirements

Certification: Active Red Seal Truck & Transport Mechanic license (310T or provincial equivalent).
Driver’s License: Valid driver’s license (Class 2 or Class 3 with Air Brake / 'Z' endorsement considered a strong asset).
Experience: 5+ years of progressive heavy-duty truck, coach, or bus mechanical repair experience.
Leadership Skills: Proven ability to organize workflow, prioritize tasks under operational deadlines, and mentor junior technicians or apprentices.
Technical Proficiency: Strong electrical, hydraulic, and computerized diagnostic skills on modern diesel and fleet platforms.

Compensation & Benefits Package

Base Rate: $45.00 / hour + On-Call Premiums & Overtime opportunities.
Incentives: $5,000 Signing Bonus + $1,000 Annual Boot/Tool Allowance .
Retirement: Group RRSP with up to 4% employer matching .
Health Coverage: Full Extended Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance + Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Relocation: Financial relocation assistance available for qualified candidates moving to the Halifax region.

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