truck and coach technician

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience: 5 years or more

Tasks

• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems
• Confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Discuss work with supervisor
• Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Review work orders
• Road test motor vehicles
• 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
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components
• Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's specifications
• 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
• Coach and instruct apprentices
• Provide customer service

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

• Tire, wheel and rim mechanic
• Automotive Service Technician (Fuel and Electrical Systems) Trade Certification
• Automotive Service Technician (Steering, Suspension and Brakes) Trade Certification
• Truck and Transport Mechanic Trade Certification
• Truck and Transport Mechanic Red Seal Endorsement
• HVAC Certificate
• Motor Vehicle Inspector Certificate
• Driver's Licence (Class 2 or B or C)
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• First Aid Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)

Area of Specialization

• Electrical and electronic system
• Alignment, steering and suspension
• Brake system
• Hydraulic system
• Fuel and emission system
• Ignition and electrical system
• Automatic transmission
• Standard transmission
• Engine repair and overhaul
• Welding
• Front end components
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system

Security and Safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/Travel Information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Drive manual transmission vehicle

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye coordination
• Overtime required
• Standing for extended periods

Own Tools/Equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal Suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Judgment
• Reliability
• Team player