trailer mechanic
Education:
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
Work setting:
Relocation costs not covered by employer. Willing to relocate.
Tasks:
- Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit.
- Discuss work with supervisor.
- Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions.
- Review work orders .
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems.
- Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications.
- Estimate parts and labour cost to perform vehicle maintenance and repairs .
- Perform scheduled maintenance service.
- Test and adjust units to specifications.
- Advise customers on work performed and future repair requirements.
- Complete reports to record problems and work performed.
Area of specialization:
Truck-trailer repair.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
- Fast-paced environment.
- Hand-eye co-ordination.
- Attention to detail.
- Manual dexterity.
Personal suitability:
- Accurate.
- Client focus.
- Flexibility.
- Reliability.
- Team player.
- Punctuality.
Employment terms options:
Evening.
Experience:
3 years to less than 5 years.
Employment terms options:
Morning. Day. Weekend.