Heavy Duty Truck/Trailer Mechanic

Heavy Duty Truck/Trailer Mechanic Edmonton, AB Full-time Fort Garry Industries (FGI) is Canada's most trusted truck and trailer parts, sales and service provider. FGI group of companies has over 500 employees with locations across Canada. 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 EDMONTON WEST BRANCH has an exciting opportunity for a HEAVY DUTY TRUCK/TRAILER MECHANIC to join our teamWhat You Will Do:The ideal candidate will be a Heavy Duty Truck/Trailer Mechanic or apprentice that will primarily perform mechanical repairs and maintenance on trailers and some minor truck work. You will work with your team members to deliver a high-quality customer experience that exceeds customer expectations through the following tasks:Remove and replace brakes, brake drums, hubs, seals, and bearingsTroubleshoot and repair electrical systems, lighting systems, and associated partsRepair or replace chassis components including springs, spring hangers, equalizers, axles, subframes and their associated parts, air bags and air system componentsRepair or replace bumpers, bumper braces, mud flap brackets, dolly legs and dolly leg assembliesRepair or replace decking, rub rails, doors and door trim, and perform minor repairs to roofs, panels, nose panels, lower and upper rails, and associated partsPerform CVIP inspectionsRepair and replace hydraulic pumps, safety valves and any other necessary mechanical componentsPerform incidental welding operations on steel and/or aluminum trailersDiagnose defects in light/heavy duty trucks and perform required mechanical servicesPerform repairs & preventative maintenance services on heavy/medium trucks and trailersEnsure documentation is complete and accurateOther duties as assigned What We Require: The ideal candidate is a registered level 3 apprentice or higher skillsetAble to perform CVIP on trucks and trailers preferred or willing to obtain licenses to performDemonstrated understanding of highway truck and automotive wiringPrevious welding experience is preferred but not requiredPrevious experience installing plows, sanders or dump boxes is preferred but not required Must be able to meet the physical requirements: Lift up to 75lbs, able to work while kneeling/squatting and crouching, work at varying heights and enclosed areas Must posses their own tools to complete tasksDemonstrated proficiency in computer systems and standard office softwareExcellent customer service skills – Dedicated to exceeding the expectations of internal and external customersStrong communication skills – Confident in delivering clear and detailed information to customers and team membersTeam-oriented, cooperative, adaptable, disciplined, and solution-focusedProfessionalism, integrity, and committed to safety and excellence What We Offer:·Competitive Wages -PLUS Yearly bonus·Great Benefits -Health, Dental, Vision, and much, much more ·RRSP Matching ·Health Spending Account – $500 per year·Paid sick days and Short-Term Disability Benefits·Discount on gym membership ·Retirement Perks ·And an overall great place to beFort Garry Industries welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.Fort Garry Industries is committed to the principle of Employment Equity. It is our goal to achieve a workforce that is reflective of the citizens we serve. Employment Equity promotes the principles of fairness, merit and equitable employment representation. Fort Garry Industries values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous People, Visible Minorities and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Creating a culture of equality isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s also the smart thing. Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.