Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Duties & Responsibilities

• Diagnose problems with heavy duty vehicles and schedule repairs
• Perform minor and major repairs on trucks and trailers
• Perform regular diagnostic tests on trucks
• Conduct Commercial Vehicle Inspections as well as quarterly inspections
• Keep equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules, installing component and part upgrades
• Operate a pallet jack or forklift
• Maintain parts inventory, and company vehicle
• Perform other miscellaneous tasks as assigned by the Regional Manager or Supervisor

Requirements

• A minimum of 3-5 years of diesel mechanic experience with heavy vehicles
• ASE Diesel certification in both diesel engines and electrical systems, with T2 and T6 focus areas considered an asset
• A degree in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance is considered an asset
• Experience maintaining Cummins diesel, Peterbilt and Freightliner vehicles
• Ability to diagnose and repair engines, electrical systems, and brake components
• Excellent organizational and technical communication skills, interpersonal skills, and an ability to influence and to deal tactfully with a wide range of personalities
• An exceptional work ethic with a positive, analytical, and safe work attitude
• Basic skills in the use of computer-based programs such as MS 365, and CMMS systems
• A clean Motor Vehicle Record(s) (MVR & PSP) with no suspensions