Mechanic Truck & Trailer (Apprentice)

• →Perform quality repairs & preventative maintenance services on heavy trucks and trailers.

• →Discuss ideas, diagnose issues, and find solutions to difficult problems.

• →Complete inspection reports to record problems and work performed.

• →Maintain positive working relationships with supervisors and other staff members in all departments.

• →Performs any other duties as may be assigned by Lead Hand.

• →Perform inspections, diagnostic tests, troubleshooting and general vehicle repair.

• →Conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment.

• →Work in compliance with Company Health & Safety policies, and OHSA standards.

• →Provide routine maintenance on tractors, trailers and mobile equipment such as forklifts and loaders

• →Check all equipment for proper performance and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions.

• →Perform mechanical repairs on equipment in the shop and road calls when required.

• →Diagnose any faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine the extent of repair that is required.

• →Perform incidental welding repairs on equipment.

• →Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology and repair techniques.

• Registered Apprentice Truck & Transport Mechanic or Trailer Mechanic

• Experience in commercial truck and trailer repairs such as brake, suspension, electrical and emission systems

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean 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.

If you require any accommodation at any point during the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources team at 778-754-4021.