Journeyperson or 4th Year Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic

Journeyperson or 4th Year Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic

FL Carriers

RMC Group of Companies is family owned and has been supplying concrete and related services since 1994. RMC Group of Companies is locally owned and operated and is one of Western Canada’s largest independent concrete providers. Since 1994, RMC Group of Companies has expanded the business to more than ten operating entities to provide a one stop shop for all our customer’s concrete needs. With such rapid expansion, there is ample opportunity for growth and development for employees. We treat our employees like family and look for the very best. Come be a part of our growing team!

What FL Carriers Offers:

• Competitive wages and vacation time
• Full scope benefits package (health, dental, life, disabilities)
• Company funded RRSP contributions
• Employee assistance programs
• PPE allowance
• Employee perks and discounts
• Employee referral bonus
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Home every night

Position Overview:

We are currently looking for a knowledgeable and skilled Journeyperson or 4th year apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic! The Heavy Duty Mechanic is primarily responsible for assisting in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of fleet pneumatic bulk trucks and equipment.

Requirements:

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on fleet vehicles.
• Participate in troubleshooting and repairing fleet trucks.
• Operate service truck for emergency truck repairs.
• Complete daily work orders timely and accurately to ensure all maintenance and repair activities are documented.
• Communicate with drivers regarding maintenance and repair of trucks.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area at all times.
• Turn off and lock out equipment when not in use.
• Order, pick-up, and deliver parts as required.
• Participate in safety programing including preforming pre/post trip in sections, wearing PPE, attending safety meetings, etc.
• Preform general labour as required.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Registered Heavy Duty Mechanic Journeyperson or 4th year apprentice
• Valid class 5 drivers license and clean drivers abstract.
• 1-2 years of prior heavy-duty mechanical experience dealing with large fleet vehicles is preferred.
• Previous experience working with long haul trucks and Super B trailers is an asset, including pneumatic equipment.
• Must be able to be clean shaven for work- a mask fit is required for employment.

Key Attributes:

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Safety conscious attitude.
• Comfortable working alone as well as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills.

Hours of Work:

Typical hours of work are Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm. Overtimes, evenings, and weekends may be required dependent on business needs

Physical Demands:
This is moderately strenuous work. Mechanics frequently lift material up to 30 pounds. Machinery and tools require frequent and consistent exertion on arms, hands, and fingers. Work environment is typically indoors in a shop environment; however, mechanics are frequently outdoors pulling in fleet vehicles or even driving out onto job sites, freeways, or roads with service truck for emergency truck repairs.

Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug, alcohol, and fit for work testing as a condition of employment.

RMC Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and operates without discriminating on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, mental or physical disability or pardoned criminal conviction.