Heavy Duty Mechanic

Heavy Duty Mechanic

Location: Medicine Hat, AB

SOUTHLAND is currently seeking a Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our team of maintenance professionals. This role is responsible for servicing/repairing SOUTHLAND school buses in a safe, efficient, and effective manner. This position is not confined to shop activities as the Mechanic may be required to perform field work on down buses.

Duties

• Ongoing maintenance/repair of buses
• Diagnose equipment problems
• CVIP Inspections
• Respond to breakdowns
• Spring and winter maintenance
• Complete all documentation associated with equipment repairs
• Work with shop management to maintain schedules and priorities
• Follow SOUTHLAND procedures and guidelines

Requirements

• Journeyman Ticket (Heavy Duty)
• Own hand tools
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• 2 - 5 years related experience
• Valid Driver's License (Class 2 or 3 considered an asset)
• CVIP (Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program) License considered an asset
• Exposure to working on diesel engines
• Analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to comprehend/operate diagnostic and manual measuring tools, including micrometers, brake drum gauge, Ohmmeters, and AVR (Amps, Volts & Resistors)
• Computer proficiency

Remuneration

• Commensurate with experience
• Bi-weekly pay period (every second Friday)
• Employee Benefits Plan (after 3-month probation)
• Group Registered Retirement Savings (RRSP) Plan (available after 12 months)
• Annual Tool and Boot Allowance - $700 (pro-rated from start date - available in last quarter of the year, and each subsequent year)