Technician Ii

**Summary**

**$20-$23/h**

**Two weeks of days 6:30-3:00pm, two weeks of nights, 3:00-1130pm.**
- **PTO Policy: 10 days of paid time off in your 1st year (in addition to your vacation pay)**:

- **Weekly Pay with Direct Deposit**:

- **RRSP, Stock Options, and a COMPANY PAID PENSION PLAN**

Under close supervision, the Technician II performs minor to average routine maintenance and repair services on different types of vehicles. Works with the assistance of a T3, T4, TIC, SS or SM, when performing highly technical and superior diagnostic type repairs. Task assignments are directed by shop management to encourage development in a productive manner. The T2 Technician performs minor to average repairs and routine maintenance under limited supervision. The T2 may be assigned to work/train directly with a T3 or T4.

**Essential Functions**
- PERFORMS VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR DUTIES INCLUDING:Performs standard vehicle maintenancePerforms standard component inspections and repairsPerforms preventive maintenanceDiagnoses standard mechanical and electronic problems, utilizing diagnostic computer when applicableIdentifies root cause of basic failures/conditions and perform repairs as requiredReplace defective components as instructed
- Utilizes key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available
- Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task
- Performs facility maintenance duties
- Works in accordance with all federal/ provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT)

**Additional Responsibilities**
- TIRE AND WHEEL MAINTENANCE: Tire/Wheel safety trained within 90 days (TW208)Perform air pressure checkscheck tread depthIdentify tires that need to be changed or repairedPerform tire P.M. checksReplace tire and wheel assemblies
- PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: PM trained and qualified within 90 days (PM230 & PM298)Proper lube techniquesMinimal tire inspectionBrake check/applied strokeBattery checkUnder vehicle check/loose componentsFault code identification
- BRAKE-HYDRAULIC: Brake Hydraulic trained and qualified within90 days (BH220 & BH298)* where appropriateRoad test for proper operationMake visual inspections for leaksCheck park brake operationcheck fluid levelMeasure lining thicknessAdjust service brakesAdjust park brakes
- BRAKES-AIR: Brake Air trained and qualified within 90 days (BA220 & BA298)Identify, remove & replace all brake-related defective componentsIdentify components of air brake systemOperate brakes and identify irregular noises, air leaksPerform simple air system testsMeasure lining thicknessAdjust brakesPerform air brake sections of P.M.Measure drums, rotors, cam bushings
- A/C & HEATER:Operate the system and recognize if the system is cooling or not (PM related)Perform basic system checks such as power to compressor, condenser obstructions, belt tension, etc.
- CARGO HANDLING/TRANSFER, LIFTGATES:Identify leaksOperate lift gateIdentify make and modelAdd fluid to bring to proper level
- CHARGING SYSTEMS: (electrical): HD electrical trained within 90 days (DR208)Visually inspect batteriesClean connectionsCheck condition of beltscheck alternator mounting and pulleyReplace and adjust belts
- CRANKING SYSTEM: (electrical)Inspect and test batteriesVisually inspect cables and cranking motorClean the battery cables, connections and starterReplace batteriesCharge and check batteriesReplace or repair defective cables
- LIGHTING SYSTEM AND ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES:Repair minor wiring problemsRepair minor lighting problemsReplace bulbs, lenses and simple light assembliesReplace and adjust sealed beamsInstall or replace accessories such as heated mirrors, fans, radios, CB's, spotlights, electronic devises, etc
- CLUTCH:Lubricate throw-out bearing, linkage, shafts and cablesIdentify proper clutch operation and adjustAdjust hydraulic or mechanical clutches
- COOLING SYSTEMS:Check and adjust coolant levelsVisually inspect system for leaksMake minor repairs such as hose replacements, fan shrouds, leaking fittings, etc.Recognize permanent anti-freezes and their requirementsUse refractometerUse pressure tester
- DRIVE AXLES:Inspect housings for leaksChange oil and filter, if required, and clean breathers
- DRIVE LINE:Lubricate drive line
- DIESEL/GAS ENGINES-ALL ENGINES:Check and adjust oil levelsIdentify unusual noises and oil leaks
- FUEL SYSTEMS:Replace and prime fuel filterCheck gas and diesel fuel system components such as fuel lines, pickup tubes, return lines, etc. for proper integrity and condition
- STEERING AND NON DRIVEN AXLES AND ALIGNMENT:Lubricate grease fittings, check and adjust fluid levelsCheck all steering components for wear
- SUSPENSION-CHASSIS AND CAB:Identify makes and modelsIdentify normal operationIdentify and repair air leaksIdentify malfunctions and make basic repairs (broken springs, excessive wear on bushings, etc) with moderate supervision
- VEHICLE COUPLIN SYSTEM (PM)Lubricate fifth wheel p