Truck mechanic

Overview

Languages

• English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years
• On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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 mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect motor in operation
• Review work orders
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• 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
• Credentials
• Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
• Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification

Additional information

• Work conditions and physical capabilities
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Reliability