Shop Labourer and Mechanics

Fort Garry Industries LTD. • Thunder Bay, ON

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Fort Garry Industries (FGI) is Canada's most trusted truck and trailer parts, sales and service provider. With over 100 years of service under our belt, we are always expanding and looking for talented and motivated people to join our team and help with our continued success! Joining FGI means being part of a forward-thinking team shaping the future of the transportation industry. Our THUNDER BAY BRANCH has an exciting opportunity for a ANY LEVEL OF MECHANIC AND/OR SHOP LABOUER to join our team!

Requirements

• High school diploma or other high school equivalency certificate
• Previous experience as a mechanic or related role preferred
• Familiarity with basic hand tools and equipment used in a workshop is an asset
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements for the role: Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds from floor to waist, to reach with hands and arms, work at varying heights, climb stairs, and/or ladders in FGI facilities, Frequent sitting, standing, and walking inside the branch
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and other standard office equipment
• Strong communication skills, including both written and verbal
• Team-oriented, adaptable, with a commitment to safety excellence

Responsibilities

• Remove and replace brakes, brake drums, hubs, seals, and bearings
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, lighting systems, and associated parts
• Repair or replace chassis components including springs, spring hangers, equalizers, axles, subframes and their associated parts, air bags and air system components
• Repair or replace bumpers, bumper braces, mud flap brackets, dolly legs and dolly leg assemblies
• Repair or replace decking, rub rails, doors and door trim, and perform minor repairs to roofs, panels, nose panels, lower and upper rails, and associated parts
• Perform CVIP/Safety inspections
• Repair and replace hydraulic pumps, safety valves and any other necessary mechanical components
• Perform incidental welding operations on steel and/or aluminum trailers
• Diagnose defects in light/heavy duty trucks and perform required mechanical services
• Perform repairs & preventative maintenance services on heavy/medium trucks and trailers
• Ensure documentation is complete and accurate
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive wages depending on experience -PLUS Yearly bonus!
• Great Benefits -Health, Dental, Vision, and much, much more
• RRSP Matching
• Health Spending Account
• Paid sick days and Short-Term Disability Benefits
• Discount on gym membership
• Retirement Perks

What This Job Offers

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