Primary Purpose of Position:

Vic Priestly Contracting Ltd. (VPCL) is looking for a skilled and experienced 310T Truck & Trailer Mechanic to become a key part of our dedicated maintenance team. Based in our fully equipped Truck & Trailer Mechanic Shop, you will be responsible for performing advanced diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance on diesel-powered tractors and semi-trailers. This is a great opportunity to work in a supportive environment where safety, quality workmanship, and professional growth are top priorities.

Priestly’s hiring philosophy is based on culture, collaboration and then skills. Here is what we look for:

Culture

PDI is founded on key values that drive what we do for our clients and for each other. At the core, we understand the value of people, and we encourage a culture of safety, hard work, quality, and teamwork supported by a solid family foundation.

Our core values are extremely important to us. Are they aligned with yours?

• Safety - We believe in protecting generations. We recognize the impact of our actions and take responsibility for protecting our people, communities, and the environment.
• Family - We believe we’re stronger together. We are a family who builds communities on a firm foundation of trust and respect.
• Integrity - We believe in doing what’s right. We build long-term partnerships through integrity, generosity, and the highest accountability to each other and our clients.
• Innovation - We believe demolition drives progress. We create opportunities by challenging ourselves and intentionally pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Collaboration

This means being people smart and championing being a team player. We encourage teamwork and respect, help develop individual strengths, and recognize the contribution our people make to our success. We are always seeking better and more innovative ways to renew communities by clearing the way for new development, and by playing the role of environmental stewards.

Job Duties

• Provide troubleshooting and diagnostic repairs.

• Perform maintenance and repair of heavy trucks and trailers.

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance.

• Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repairs to manufacturer's specifications.

• Interpreting work orders and technical manuals.

• Installation of new and added-on equipment.

• Conduct first, second and third line repairs, modifications on vehicles.

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs to equipment in order to ensure that the equipment is available, reliable and safe to operate.

• Monitor parts usage and report on any materials issues.

• Diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical and electronic failures by visually inspecting, listening to input, test driving, and using diagnostic tools.

• Completing a “Quick-check” to determine the need for other unrelated repairs and advising manager of potential future issues.

• Notifying appropriate personnel of any additional repairs needed.

• Assist in ordering replacement equipment, parts and supplies.

• Completing repairs or replacing defective parts, components or systems as required.

• Accurate completion of work orders and time cards on paper or electronically. (Tablet)

• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that repairs are completed to manufacturer specifications and government standards.

• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work.

• Keep detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation.

• Maintain safe working conditions and adhere to occupational health and safety regulations.

• Other mechanical repair work as required.

• Position Requirements

  Requirements

  • License Technician 310T.

  • 3+ years of experience in the Medium / Heavy Duty truck or automotive industry.

  • Strong understanding of product and technical knowledge.

  • Must be a team player with a strong sense of commitment to vehicle safety.

  • Must be self-motivated and have good written and verbal communication skills.

  • Must conduct his / her self in a professional manner.

  • Have the ability to work other shifts for coverage of sick days or vacation relief.

  • Have the ability to deal with large volumes of work and stressful situations.

  • Lead, guide and mentor apprentices in the shop.

  • Have a set of heavy duty mechanic tools.

  Work Conditions

  • 24/7 availability may be required.

  • Travel to off-site locations may be required.

  • Safety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety boots, etc.

  • Overtime as required.

  • Hazards associated with the trade.

  • Work both indoors and outdoors.

  • May be exposed to construction sites.

• Equal Opportunity Employer

  Requirements

  • License Technician 310T.

  • 3+ years of experience in the Medium / Heavy Duty truck or automotive industry.

  • Strong understanding of product and technical knowledge.

  • Must be a team player with a strong sense of commitment to vehicle safety.

  • Must be self-motivated and have good written and verbal communication skills.

  • Must conduct his / her self in a professional manner.

  • Have the ability to work other shifts for coverage of sick days or vacation relief.

  • Have the ability to deal with large volumes of work and stressful situations.

  • Lead, guide and mentor apprentices in the shop.

  • Have a set of heavy duty mechanic tools.

  Work Conditions

  • 24/7 availability may be required.

  • Travel to off-site locations may be required.

  • Safety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety boots, etc.

  • Overtime as required.

  • Hazards associated with the trade.

  • Work both indoors and outdoors.

  • May be exposed to construction sites.