The primary responsibility of the position is to perform safe, quality repairs to customer equipment in a timely manner, utilizing experience and continuous process improvement to contribute to our team and work environment.

Responsibility

• Perform all types of repairs and maintenance to transportation equipment
• Perform all tasks to best practices timelines
• Provide necessary hand tools for job completion
• Perform welding, including arc, MIG, Aluminum, Steel, air arc, plasma cutting and acetylene cutting
• Perform all types of brake, suspension, air system, electrical and body repairs
• Perform government safety inspections
• Ensure all parts and consumables being used are recorded on the work order at time of use
• Keep work area in standard operating condition at all times, including tools stored in standard locations
• Occasional road service calls for emergency service
• Promote a safe work environment, follow safety standards at all times and ensure timely reporting of any Health and Safety issues
• Other work as may be defined

Administration

• Ensure work order accuracy by providing real-time entry of work performed and parts used
• Understand repair standards and identify variances to support continuous improvement
• Attend staff meetings and training, after hours if required
• Working shift work when required, including weekends
• Working away from shop for emergency service calls

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Training

• Grade 12 or equivalent with technical training
• 310J Trailer certification

Skills and Experience

• Certified to perform government inspections: trucks, trailers, tankers
• Able to use large tools typical of transport equipment repair shop
• Professional and respectful communication skills
• Strong technical skills related to transportation equipment
• Fluent in reading and writing in English
• Minimum 2 years welding skills