Heavy Duty Mechanic / Truck and Trailer Technician

Position: Heavy Duty Mechanic/Technician

Position Type: Full time

Location: Fort St. John BC.

Work Schedule: Monday- Friday (40 hrs. / week)

Position Overview

Velocity Truck Centre Canada, formally known as First Truck Centre, is looking for a Heavy Duty Mechanic / Commercial Truck and Trailer Technician in Fort St. John, BC. This position involves inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of commercial transport vehicles, including trucks, trailers, buses, and other heavy equipment.

What's in it for you:

• Attractive Compensation: Earn a competitive base hourly rate from $50 - $58/hour, along with enticing shift premiums and overtime pay (depends on shift).
  • Our technician production bonus program utilizes a flat rate earning potential with hourly protection to the technician. Meaning, the technician is able to earn for the hours billed over and above their actual time, without ever going below their guaranteed hours of pay per period. Higher efficiency = more $$.
• Investment in Growth: Access employer-paid technical training tailored to your needs, ensuring continuous skill enhancement and career advancement.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy paid vacation time, plus a generous annual tool and boot allowance to support your work.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Benefit from company-paid extended health coverage, basic life insurance, disability support, and wellness programs.
• Financial Security: Plan for the future with employer RRSP matching.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues in commercial trucks, including engines, transmissions, and braking systems, using advanced diagnostic tools and techniques
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance tasks to ensure the safety, reliability, and efficiency of commercial trucks, including engine overhauls, brake adjustments, and suspension repairs
• Replace faulty components with genuine or compatible parts to maintain the functionality and performance of commercial trucks
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, repairs performed, and parts used to comply with regulatory requirements and facilitate efficient workflow
• Collaborate with team members to prioritize tasks, share knowledge, and deliver exceptional customer service to fleet managers, drivers, and other stakeholders

Qualifications:

• Heavy Duty Mechanic Journeyman Certificate with Red Seal
• 3rd or 4th Year apprentice technician will be considered
• BC Class 5 driver's license (Class 3 with air brakes or Class 1 is considered an asset)
• Must have own tools (required tool list will be provided)
• Mechanically inclined with a strong aptitude for diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance
• Self-starter able to work in a fast-paced, detailed, and process-driven environment
• Ability to work in a physical capacity including heavy lifting and using tools throughout the shift
• Use of computerized scanning equipment, able to use digital technology/mechanical software
• Certifications (Detroit, Chassis, Cummins, Allison, CVIP license) are assets

Who we are:

Velocity Truck Centre Canada, encompassing First Truck Centre, P&R Truck Centre, Velocity EV, and Velocity Vehicle Group, provides unparalleled support through a range of services including sales, vehicle maintenance, parts, collision repair, and financing. Our brands include Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built, Autocar, and Trailers. We believe in living our values and serving our customers and employees through our brand pillars - Speed, Value, Trust. Velocity Truck Centres is expanding in Alberta and British Columbia, now boasting 18 branches. With over 100 branches globally spanning the USA, Mexico, and Australia, we value career growth and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team.

For more information about Velocity Truck Centre Canada, please visit our website.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

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