Mechanic Truck & Trailer

Compensation will be commensurate with experience, certification level, qualifications, and overall alignment with the requirements of the role.

• →Perform quality repairs and preventative maintenance services on heavy trucks, trailers, and mobile equipment.
• →Perform inspections, diagnostic testing, troubleshooting, and general vehicle repairs.
• →Conduct safety inspections and ensure equipment is operating safely and efficiently.
• →Diagnose faults and malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine required repairs.
• →Provide routine maintenance on tractors, trailers, forklifts, loaders, and other mobile equipment.
• →Check equipment for proper performance and inspect components to detect faults and malfunctions.
• →Perform mechanical repairs in the shop and respond to road calls when required.
• →Complete inspection reports and maintenance documentation to record work performed.
• →Perform incidental welding repairs on equipment as required.
• →Maintain a working knowledge of evolving technologies, equipment, and repair techniques.
• →Maintain positive working relationships with supervisors and team members across all departments.
• →Work in compliance with Company Health & Safety policies and applicable OHSA standards.
• →Journeyperson mechanics may provide training, mentorship, and support to apprentices and junior technicians.
• →Perform other duties as assigned by the Lead Hand.

• Journeyperson Truck & Transport Mechanic or Trailer Mechanic Certification, or registration as an Apprentice in a recognized Truck & Transport Mechanic or Trailer Mechanic apprenticeship program.
• Experience diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining commercial trucks and trailers, including brake, suspension, electrical, and emissions systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and solve equipment issues.
• Journeyperson candidates should demonstrate the ability to mentor, teach, and support apprentices and junior mechanics.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a satisfactory driver's abstract.

Based in Salmo, BC, Summit Truck & Equipment Repair provides heavy-duty repair, mobile service, welding and fabrication, parts, new equipment sales and tire services to customers throughout the West Kootenays. Summit has been a trusted heavy industry repair partner serving the West Kootenays for over 25 years.

The Sutherland Group is a family of companies operating across transportation, construction, forestry, environmental, mining, marine, and industrial services. For 30 years, we have invested in our people, supported career growth, and delivered exceptional work for our customers and communities.

Ready to build your career with a team that lives its values every day? We seek people who are Curious & Adaptable, Trustworthy, Humbly Confident, Better Together, and ready to Make It Happen. We'd love to hear from you.

Different perspectives build better teams. The Sutherland Group of Companies is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring a diverse workforce and ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusivity in the workplace. We encourage applications from any protected basis such as persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America and any other basis under applicable law.