truck and coach technician

Education:

Other trades certificate or diploma.

Work site environment:

• Dusty.
• Outdoors.
• Dirty.
• Hot.
• Noisy.

Work setting:

• Garage.
• Workshop.
• Remote or mobile.

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.
• 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.
• Perform scheduled maintenance service.
• Test and adjust units to specifications.
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification.
• Truck and Transport Mechanic Red Seal Endorsement.

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.
• Automatic transmission.
• Standard transmission.
• Engine repair and overhaul.
• Drive train components.
• Truck-trailer repair.
• Front end components.
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system.

Security and safety:

• Criminal record check.
• Driving record check (abstract).

Transportation/travel information:

• Own transportation.
• Own vehicle.
• 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.

Own tools/equipment:

• Tools.
• Steel-toed safety boots.

Personal suitability:

• Accurate.
• Dependability.
• Flexibility.
• Judgement.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Punctuality.

Screening questions:

• Do you have experience working in this field?.
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.

Employment terms options:

• Early morning.
• Flexible hours.

Experience:

3 years to less than 5 years.

Employment terms options:

• Morning.
• Day.
• Overtime available.

Other benefits:

• Other benefits.
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days).
• Transportation provided by employer.
• Variable or compressed work week.