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truck mechanic

$35 - $40 per hour
Full-time

R&D Harris Excavating Ltd.

Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • Registered Apprenticeship certificate

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.

Work site environment

  • Dusty
  • Outdoors
  • Dirty
  • Noisy

Work setting

  • Garage
  • Workshop

Responsibilities

Tasks

  • Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
  • 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
  • Test automotive systems and components
  • Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
  • Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
  • Repair or replace mechanical units or components
  • Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
  • Perform scheduled maintenance service
  • Test and adjust units to specifications
  • Complete reports to record problems and work performed

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

  • Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification
  • Truck-Trailer Repairer Trade Certification
  • Truck-Trailer Repairer Red Seal Endorsement
  • First Aid Certificate
  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

  • Engine repair
  • 4-wheel drive
  • Electrical and electronic system
  • Diesel engines
  • Diagnostics
  • Alignment, steering and suspension
  • Brake system
  • Hydraulic system
  • Fuel and emission system
  • Ignition and electrical system
  • Engine repair and overhaul
  • Welding
  • Truck-trailer repair
  • Front end components

Additional information

Security and safety

  • Criminal record check
  • Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

  • Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Fast-paced environment
  • Attention to detail
  • Manual dexterity

Own tools/equipment

  • Steel-toed safety boots

Benefits

Health benefits

  • Dental plan
  • Health care plan
  • Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

  • Group insurance benefits
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