truck and transport vehicle mechanic apprentice
Education:
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
Work site environment:
- Dusty.
- Outdoors.
- Noisy.
Work setting:
- Garage.
- Workshop.
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 .
- 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.
Area of specialization:
- Engine repair.
- Electrical and electronic system.
- Diesel engines.
- Diagnostics.
- Brake system.
- Fuel and emission system.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
- Hand-eye co-ordination.
- Manual dexterity.
- Standing for extended periods.
Own tools/equipment:
Steel-toed safety boots.
Personal suitability:
- Accurate.
- Dependability.
- Excellent oral communication.
- Flexibility.
- Judgement.
- Reliability.
- Punctuality.
Screening questions:
- Are you available to start on the date 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:
- Morning.
Experience:
No experience (will train).
Employment terms options:
- Day.
- Overtime available.
Other benefits:
- Learning/training paid by employer.
- Parking available.