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At Westcan, we dedicate ourselves to delivering complete, customer-driven transportation solutions.
Reporting to the Shop Supervisor, our Heavy Equipment Technicians are responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of Class 8 highway tractors and trailers. We're looking for skilled technicians to support the repair and maintenance of our tractor and trailer fleet with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Requirements:
Licensed Heavy Equipment Technician, Registered Apprentice or related experience considered
Truck and Trailer
Experience working with Cummins and Mack preferred
Experience with B620 Transport Canada Regulations an asset
CVIP and/or Class 1 license an asset
We offer:
Competitive compensation including weekend and evening shift premiums
Ability to be flexible with scheduling requirements which may include evenings and weekends
Company paid health and dental benefits, matching RRSP, annual bonus opportunities, safety boot allowance and post-secondary scholarship program for employees children
Wage continuance and tuition and textbook reimbursement for technical school
Applicants in consideration will adhere to a company paid pre-access medical, drug screen and criminal record search.
Interested applicants apply online on the Career Opportunities page found under the Join Our Team link at www.westcanbulk.ca.
Westcan is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity in the workplace and equivalently considers applications from qualified women, men, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. We welcome applications from all interested individuals; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
Transportation/Travel Information
- Valid driver's licence
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- 4th Period Apprentice
- 2nd Period Apprentice
- 3rd Period Apprentice
- Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification
- Truck-Trailer Repairer Trade Certification
- Truck and Transport Mechanic Red Seal Endorsement
- Truck-Trailer Repairer Red Seal Endorsement
Additional Skills
- Complete reports to record problems and work performed
- Coach and instruct apprentices
- Customer service skills
- Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor
Truck Mechanic Specific Skills
- Perform scheduled maintenance service
- Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
Type Of Experience
- Trucks
Mechanical Repairer Specific Skills
- Test and adjust units to specifications
- Repair and replace mechanical units
- Diagnose faults and malfunctions
Automotive Service Technician Specific Skills
- Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
- Perform scheduled maintenance service
- Road test motor vehicles and test automotive systems and components
- Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
Area Of Specialization
- AC, cooling and heating systems
- Standard transmission
- Hydraulic systems
- Fuel and emission systems
- Front-end components
- Engine repair
- Engine repair and overhaul
- Electrical and electronic systems
- Diagnostics
- Diesel engines
- Alignment, steering and suspension
- Brake systems
- Truck-trailer repair
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Hand-eye co-ordination
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driving record check (abstract)
Own Tools/Equipment
- Tools
- Steel-toed safety boots