truck and coach technician

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

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

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Outdoors
• Dirty
• Hot
• Noisy

Work setting

• Garage
• Remote or mobile

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
• 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
• 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
• Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Test and adjust units to specifications
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed
• Coach and instruct apprentices
• Provide customer service

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification
• Truck and Transport Mechanic Red Seal Endorsement
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

• Engine repair
• Electrical and electronic system
• Diagnostics
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Hydraulic system
• Fuel and emission system
• Ignition and electrical system
• Automatic transmission
• Standard transmission
• Engine repair and overhaul
• Drive train components
• Auto body repair
• Frame straightening
• Welding
• Truck-trailer repair
• Front end components
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Punctuality

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Night shift premium
• Pension plan
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Transportation provided by employer