truck mechanic

Additional Information

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
• or equivalent experience

Tasks

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect motor in operation, road test motor vehicles and test automotive systems and components
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
• Diagnose faults and malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Estimate parts and labour costs
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed

Area of specialization

• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Ignition and electrical system

Personal suitability

• Judgement
• Reliability
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 hours per week