Mechanic - Truck and Trailer - Chilliwack Mining

Arrow Transportation Systems Inc. • Chilliwack, BC

16d • Onsite

About The Position

In Business since 1919 and still growing, Arrow is a leader in bulk commodity hauling, reload operations, freight management, logistics, consulting, and technology with operations throughout Canada and the U.S. We are looking for experienced Mechanics / Apprentice to join our Arrow family at our Chilliwack, BC branch. As an Arrow mechanic, you will perform skilled tasks in the mechanical repair and maintenance of tractors, trailers and mobile equipment.

Requirements

• Journeyman's certificate, Red Seal, or equivalent qualification
• 2nd year or higher apprentices welcome to apply
• Appropriate credentials and certifications
• Proven mechanical abilities in hydraulics and electrical, including schematics and diagnostics
• Experience with routine maintenance operations
• Demonstrates strong communication skills both verbally and written
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Able to work well under pressure
• Strong organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Computer literate
• Must pass physical to ensure bona fide job requirements can be fulfilled
• The embodiment of Arrow's Core Values: Safety, Quality, Integrity, Responsibility, Teamwork, and Fun!

Nice To Haves

• May require a Class 1 driving license

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe working conditions and adhere to Occupational Health and Safety regulations
• Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents/injuries in a timely manner to the supervisor in order to facilitate prompt correction or reporting
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment
• Provide routine maintenance on tractors, trailers and mobile equipment such as forklifts and loaders
• Check all equipment for proper performance and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Diagnose defects in all equipment
• Diagnose any faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair that is required
• Perform incidental welding repairs on equipment
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service
• Perform mechanical repairs on equipment in the shop and road calls when required
• Operate automotive servicing equipment, e.g. A/C recycler, etc
• Ability to operate the equipment that is serviced i.e. bring trucks, trailers and mobile equipment in and out of the shop. May require a Class 1 driving license
• Installation of new and added-on equipment
• Electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting diagnostics and repair
• Ability to effectively and efficiently prioritize daily work
• Repair cooling, and lubrication systems
• Diagnose and repair mechanical transmissions, drive-trains and final drives
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
• Instruct apprentices
• Accurate completion of work orders and time cards
• Keep detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation
• Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology and repair techniques
• Complying with all rules and regulations, protocols and established metrics
• Follow all workplace safety policies and compliance regulations, participate in identifying hazards
• Ability to understand cross training on all functions at facility
• Other mechanical repair work as required

Benefits

• Full Benefits including dental, life insurance, pharmaceutical, vision care, chiropractor, massage, EAP, and more - 100% paid by Arrow
• Pension: $4.05/hr 100% paid by Arrow
• Boot allowance and all other PPE supplied including coveralls
• 100% insurance coverage on tools

What This Job Offers

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