Red Seal Truck and Transport Mechanic (Cranbrook, BC)
About The Position
New West Truck Centres is hiring an experienced Truck and Transport Mechanic to join their team in Cranbrook, British Columbia. This opportunity offers competitive wages, a four-day work week, year-round employment, and relocation assistance for qualified candidates. Cranbrook is located in the heart of British Columbia’s East Kootenays, offering an exceptional outdoor lifestyle with opportunities for skiing, hiking, fishing, mountain biking, golfing, and camping. The role focuses on diagnostics, preventative maintenance, inspections, repairs, and commercial vehicle inspections on Freightliner and Western Star trucks, working as part of a collaborative Service team. The company invests in employee success through ongoing training, mentorship, and exposure to a wide variety of heavy truck makes and models, trailers, and specialized logging and mining equipment.
Requirements
- Saskatchewan Truck and Transport Mechanic journeyperson certification or equivalent certification required
- Must be willing and eligible to obtain B.C. Authorized Inspector certification
- Strong troubleshooting skills with electrical systems, engines, and aftertreatment
- Take pride in producing quality work the first time
- Bring a team-first attitude and support those around you
- Commit to continuous learning and technical development
Nice To Haves
- Red Seal endorsement preferred
- Commercial vehicle inspection experience or provincial inspection certification preferred
- Freightliner and/or Western Star experience is an asset
- Detroit and Cummins diagnostic software experience is an asset
- Valid Class 1 or Class 3 driver’s licence is an asset
Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostics, preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs on heavy-duty trucks
- Complete commercial vehicle inspections and related repairs
- Test vehicles to ensure they meet safety standards and manufacturer specifications
- Coordinate with Parts Technicians to ensure required components are available or ordered
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, electronic, engine, and aftertreatment systems
- Review repair concerns provided by Service Advisors
- Diagnose faults using OEM diagnostic equipment and procedures
- Communicate repair findings, recommendations, and estimated completion timelines
- Accurately record labour time, diagnostics, repairs performed, and parts used
- Complete repair orders and inspection documentation thoroughly
- Ensure documentation meets company, OEM, warranty, and regulatory requirements
- Participate in ongoing OEM, manufacturer, and in-house technical training
- Continue developing diagnostic and repair skills
- Maintain certifications and remain current with evolving technology
- Share knowledge and support apprentice development
Benefits
- Competitive wages with overtime opportunities
- Additional hourly premiums through training, certifications, and licensing
- Clean, organized shop with modern equipment
- Ongoing training with experienced Shop Foremen
- Full-time, year-round employment
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
- Health Spending Account
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
- Tool and Boot allowance
- Company-issued service laptop
- Ongoing manufacturer and OEM training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
