Diesel/Truck Mechanic

3903214 Canada Inc • Montreal, QC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

GT Group, headquartered in Montreal Canada, provides a varied range of products and services related to Containers, Transport, Logistics and Warehousing for the international shipping community. Serving both the domestic and international sectors for over 45 years, we bring a solid and innovative approach to client satisfaction. Our candidate bank is currently open for the season. If you have a strong work ethic, are driven and want to be part of a team that provides growth and a collaborative environment, this opportunity is for you.

Requirements

• High School graduation required;
• Knowledge of French (intermediary-advanced), required;
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in the repair and maintenance of diesel automotive / vehicular equipment;
• 3 years’ experience of which must have specifically involved the repair of trucks or other heavy automotive equipment;
• Working knowledge of common troubleshooting software ;
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License required, class 1 permit is an asset
• Considerable knowledge of tools and equipment needed for the overhaul, repair and maintenance of heavy diesel equipment;
• Ability to keep records of repairs, time and parts used for the servicing of heavy, special purpose automotive equipment, and to make related reports;
• Skill in the use of instruments and tools employed in the checking and repair of motors and special equipment;
• Excellent mechanical aptitude, coordination and dexterity.

Nice To Haves

• Diploma of Professional Studies in automotive mechanic/diesel mechanic preferred;

Responsibilities

• Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts;
• Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules such as installing component and part upgrades, controlling corrosion, completing winterization procedures, etc.;
• Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel and emissions, brakes, steering, and hydraulics;
• Completes machine shop operations by making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches and traction units;
• Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives and by adjusting controls and systems;
• Complies with federal and provincial vehicle requirements;
• Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing and painting;
• Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs;
• Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs;
• Assists other mechanics with the more difficult assignments;
• Performs layout work for fabrication of parts and equipment;
• Performs other related work as required.

Benefits

• Group insurance is applicable after 90 worked days (life, health, disability, telemedecine and travel)
• Parking is available for free on site
• Social events
• Tightly knit collaborative team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED