transport truck mechanic

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