Commercial Transport Heavy Duty Mechanic w/ Boot and Tool Allowance

JOIN OUR TRUCKING MAINTENANCE TEAM 

Urban Impact is hiring a Heavy-Duty Commercial Mechanic to join our shop in New Westminster.

Are you a Commercial Transport or Heavy Duty Mechanic with knowledge of Hydraulic Systems?  This is a skilled position which primarily involves preventative maintenance and repair of a large fleet of commercial transport vehicles including trucks, trailers, forklifts and light-duty trucks.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive wages based on experience
• Extended health and dental benefits
• Modern, clean shop with up-to-date tools and equipment
• Strong focus on safety
  
• We invest in your professional and personal development and recognize talent and performance.
  

About the Role
We're looking for a 4th year apprentice or Red Seal Commercial Transport/Heavy Duty Mechanic with hydraulic system knowledge. This role focuses on preventative maintenance and repairs for a large fleet, including trucks, trailers, forklifts, light-duty trucks, and other commercial transport vehicles.

What We're Looking For

• Self-starter who can work independently
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to getting repairs done right the first time
• Experience with forklifts, loaders, or welding is an asset
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and overtime
• Reliable transportation
• Preferred schedule: 4 x 10-hour shifts, Sunday to Wednesday

Who Thrives Here?
Successful team members have come from diverse backgrounds such as marine, aviation, automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, and heavy equipment.

Job Requirements and Qualifications

• Registered 4th year Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic.
• Experience on Forklifts; preference given to LPG and Diesel units; familiar with hydraulic systems, electronic controls Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and hydraulic problems.
• Strong Preventative maintenance experience
• Physical requirements of this position include the ability to push, pull, drag, and lift items up to 50 pounds, and occasionally must work at shoulder level with equipment weighing up to 25 pounds
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Valid Class 5 License and clean drivers abstract
  

Job Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, fabricate and rebuild parts as necessary
• Identify and troubleshoot problems with engines, transmissions, braking systems, and other components of heavy-duty equipment.
• Utilize diagnostic tools (ET) and technical manuals to pinpoint issues and develop effective repair solutions
•  Perform routine inspections and replace worn or damaged parts to prevent equipment failures and increase longevity (fleet of 10 forklifts and 4 Wheel Loaders)
• Perform all work in accordance with safe work practices and procedures, participate in safety inspections, audits and hazard analysis and follow and comply with all safety policies and regulations
• Install new equipment and overhaul or modify current equipment as required
• Assist Maintenance Manager in Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including parts used, repairs made, and hours worked
• Provide detailed reports on the condition of equipment, maintenance performed, and recommendations for future actions
• Complete daily Technician reports
• Generate and improve of job plans, tasks, routes and maintenance standards

Competitive Benefits

We offer a superior compensation package including

• Competitive starting hourly rate
• Pay enhancer after probation and for air brake endorsement
• Performance bonus
• Profit Sharing
• RRSP matching
• Enhanced Health Benefits plan including Medical and Dental coverage
• New Health Savings Account · Incentives for workplace wellness and health
• And even an incentive for getting to work in an environmentally friendly way 

About Urban Impact

Urban Impact is a dynamic workplace with a culture that values and promotes learning opportunities. We promote

within and have a referral bonus program. We are a close-knit group, all motivated to work diligently

to meet the high expectations of our customers. We strive to make the company a rewarding place to work,

where employees feel that they are doing meaningful work and their contributions make a difference.

We offer an exciting, motivating and challenging team environment to fully develop your individual potential. To

support continuing growth, we are looking for people with ideas, people who make a difference and are focused on being the best.

We would like to thank you for your interest in Urban Impact. Please note that only the short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Offers of employment are dependent upon the satisfactory results arising from the required security screening for this position:

• Review of the National Safety code Driver's Abstract (N Print)
• Reference Verification
• Criminal Records background check
  

Please Note: 

• All offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-hire background check
• Only the short-listed candidates will be contacted