- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
- or equivalent experience
Work site environment
DustyOutdoorsDirtyHotNoisy
Work setting
Garage
Tasks
Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systemsConfirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unitDiscuss work with supervisorInspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctionsInspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctionsInspect motor in operationTest automotive systems and componentsAdjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systemsAdjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systemsRepair or replace mechanical units or componentsTest and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specificationsPerform scheduled maintenance serviceTest and adjust units to specificationsComplete reports to record problems and work performed
Area of specialization
Engine repairElectrical and electronic systemDiesel enginesDiagnosticsAlignment, steering and suspensionBrake systemFuel and emission systemIgnition and electrical systemAutomatic transmissionStandard transmissionEngine repair and overhaulDrive train componentsTruck-trailer repairFront end componentsHeating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environmentHand-eye co-ordinationAttention to detailManual dexterityStanding for extended periods
Own tools/equipment
Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
AccurateClient focusDependabilityExcellent oral communicationExcellent written communicationFlexibilityJudgementReliabilityTeam playerPunctuality
Support for persons with disabilities
Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities
Support for newcomers and refugees
Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
Support for youths
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
Support for Veterans
Supports Veterans in translating their military skills and experience into the language of the civilian job market
Support for Indigenous people
Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
Support for mature workers
Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
Supports for visible minorities
Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)