truck mechanic

Location

Winnipeg, MB | Canada

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Outdoors
• Noisy

Work setting

• In shop

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect motor in operation, road test motor vehicles and test automotive systems and components
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
• Diagnose faults and malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
• Estimate parts and labour costs
• Perform scheduled maintenance service
• Test and adjust units to specifications
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

• Electrical and electronic system
• Diesel engines
• Diagnostics
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Hydraulic system
• Fuel and emission system
• Automatic transmission
• Standard transmission
• Engine repair and overhaul
• Frame straightening
• Welding
• Machining
• Truck-trailer repair
• Front end components
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer

Job tags

Salary

$26.2 per hour