trailer mechanic

Additional Information

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 35 to 44 hours per week
• Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• In shop

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 automotive systems
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Estimate parts and labour costs
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Test and adjust units to specifications
• Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements
• Coach and instruct apprentices

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Motor Vehicle Repairer (Service Station Mechanic) Trade Certification
• Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification
• Truck-Trailer Repairer Trade Certification
• Truck and Transport Mechanic Red Seal Endorsement
• Truck-Trailer Repairer Red Seal Endorsement

Area of specialization

• Electrical and electronic system
• Diesel engines
• Diagnostics
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Hydraulic system
• Fuel and emission system
• Ignition and electrical system
• Automatic transmission
• Standard transmission
• Welding
• Truck-trailer repair
• Front end components

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Long term benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available