Truck & Transport Mechanic - $5000 Sign-on Bonus - $40.65 per hour.

Truck & Transport Mechanic - $5000 Sign-on Bonus - $40.65 per hour.

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Truck & Transport Mechanic (Red Seal)

Title: Red Seal Truck & Transport Mechanic

Location: Dartmouth, NS

Reporting to: Shop Foreperson

Shift: Monday – Thursday from 14:00 to 24:00 & Fridays from 14:00 to 18:00

Pay Rate: $40.65 per hour ($38.15 base + $2.50 shift premium)

Start Date: Immediately

In the position of Red Seal Truck & Transport Mechanic, you will be responsible for servicing, diagnosing and completing preventative maintenance and repairs to waste collection vehicles (chassis and packer systems) while working closely with the facility and shop maintenance team. This position reports directly to the Shop Foreperson. You will ensure and reinforce a positive work environment and high-performance team culture to deliver superior customer service.

Responsibilities:

• Review and organize work according to Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Diagnose and rectify faults.
• Repair waste vehicles and trucks, including troubleshooting of hydraulics and electrical systems.
• Ensure that all equipment, vehicles and work areas comply with safety policies and regulations at all times.
• Liaise with Operations Supervisors and drivers in a professional and team-oriented manner.
• Liaise with outside vendors.
• Maintain all equipment records and files.
• Ensure that the shop and surrounding grounds are clean and organized at all times.
• Ensure that all work is performed safely, cost effectively and in a timely manner.
• Conduct preventative vehicle maintenance according to established MWS policies and procedures.
• Additional projects and duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Red Seal Certificate as Truck & Transport Mechanic or a Red Seal Transport Trailer license.
• Valid drivers’ license with Air Brake endorsement.
• Strong technical knowledge.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Willingness to take on new challenges and grow with experience.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot faults (Hydraulic & Electrical).
• Computer knowledge and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Evening shift with some weekends and holidays.
• Flexibility is required as this position occasionally requires travel, early starts, late finishes and, on rare occasions, weekend work.

We offer:

• Annual pay increases.
• Amazing medical & group benefits plan.
• Coveralls and PPE provided.
• $800 - $1200 annual tool allowance, based on length of time in the trade.
• After 20 pay periods, group benefits are 100% paid by the company for you and your family.
• Company matched pension program.