Red Seal Lead Hand Truck & Transport Mechanic

Red Seal Lead Hand Truck & Transport MechanicLead 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 OpportunityWe 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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