transport truck mechanic

Education:

College/CEGEP. or equivalent experience.

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.

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).

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.

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.

Screening questions:

• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
• Are you currently a student?.
• Do you have experience working in this field?.
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.

Experience:

3 years to less than 5 years.

Employment terms options:

Day.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Health care plan.
• Vision care benefits.