Journeyman Truck & Trailer Mechanic

Journeyman Truck & Trailer Mechanic

We are looking for a Journeyman Truck & Trailer Mechanic to join our Summit Truck & Equipment Repair team in the West Kootenays, just a 30 minute commute from Castlegar, BC. As a Sutherland Group company, Summit values more than simply providing industry-renowned services to our clients. We put the happiness, success, and growth of our team members and community first.

POSITION BENEFITS

• Wage is $35-40 per hour, depending on experience
• 4 on/4 off rotation with 11 hour day shifts. No night shifts!
• Excellent work/life balance – enjoy 4 straight days off in the Kootenays every week
• Consistent, steady work in a professional and respectful environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform quality repairs & preventative maintenance services on heavy trucks and trailers.
• Discuss ideas, diagnose issues, and find solutions to difficult problems.
• Complete inspection reports to record problems and work performed.
• Train and assist other technicians or apprentices with their work.
• Maintain positive working relationships with supervisors and other staff members in all departments.
• Perform inspections, diagnostic tests, troubleshooting and general vehicle repair.
• Conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Work in compliance with Company Health & Safety policies, and OHSA standards.
• Provide routine maintenance on tractors, trailers and mobile equipment such as forklifts and loaders.
• Check all equipment for proper performance and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions.
• Perform mechanical repairs on equipment in the shop and road calls when required.
• Diagnose any faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine the extent of repair that is required.
• Perform incidental welding repairs on equipment.
• Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology and repair techniques.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

We expect you bring the following to the table:

• Journeyman Truck & Transport Mechanic or Journeyman Trailer Mechanic ticket
• Ability to be a team player who can share knowledge by teaching and coaching junior Mechanics
• Experience in commercial truck and trailer repairs such as brake, suspension, electrical and emission systems
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence with clean abstract

JOIN THE TEAM

If you think there's a fit, we look forward to meeting you and thank you in advance for your application.

ABOUT SUMMIT TRUCK AND EQUIPMENT REPAIR

Summit Truck and Equipment Repair offers heavy equipment and commercial transport repair based in Salmo, British Columbia. Summit has been a trusted heavy industry repair partner serving the West Kootenays for over 25 years.

The Sutherland Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed in hiring a diverse workforce and ensuring equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.