Service Technician / Heavy Duty Mechanic

Surrey, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 8, 2026
1 position

$52–$55 / hour

Opens an external site

Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Heavy Duty Mechanic is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy-duty trucks and trailers to ensure fleet operational efficiency. They must perform repairs according to manufacturer specifications, manage repair times, and complete all necessary documentation and quality inspections.

Job details

Rev up your career with us-join our team as a Heavy Duty Mechanic in our Surrey, BC dealership! What We Offer: Attractive Compensation: up to $54.93 / hr + Shift Premiums + Industry-Leading Production Bonus Plan Includes up to $10,000 Relocation package Production Bonus Plan*: Flat rate earning program while always protecting your base wage Work-Life Balance: Enjoy our accrued vacation time allotment. Comprehensive Benefits: Benefit from company-paid extended health coverage, basic life insurance, disability support, and wellness programs. Financial Security: Plan for the future with employer RRSPs or Union Pension options. Investment in Growth: Access employer-paid technical training tailored to your needs, ensuring continuous skill enhancement and career advancement. *Production Bonus Plan: With our industry leading Production Bonus Plan, efficiency pays off with our industry leading flat rate earning program. Plus, your base wage is always protected, meaning you never earn less than hours worked. It's a win-win: secure income with the opportunity to boost your earnings. Position Overview: As a Heavy Duty Mechanic, you will be the backbone of our service team, ensuring our fleet is in top condition. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of heavy-duty trucks and trailers, providing high-quality service that keeps our operations running smoothly. If you are passionate about working with heavy equipment and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity for you to advance your career. Essential Functions and Purpose: Principal Responsibilities: Diagnose, repair, and perform maintenance to diesel/gas engines, transmissions, rear ends, differentials, electrical/electronics, power systems, hydraulic systems, and other service work as required Perform repairs as per manufacturer specification on all OEM Class 6,7,8 vehicles Manage personal repair times Update shop supervisor if technical assistance is required and/or additional repair time required Maintain all web-based training requirements Report on the maintenance/use of tools and shop equipment Complete all required documentation Tag all failed parts and return cores Make warranty decisions as required Utilize diagnostic programs such as Techlane to satisfy warranty requirements Make decisions on part re-use/failure analysis Contact outside vendors as needed for technical assistance or repair authorization Road test – only with class 1/3 license Complete repair Quality Inspection reports when required Professional level of detail & care on repairs to ensure quality repairs are completed Professional customer service when required Comply with the Health and Safety Program Assignment of Responsibility duties as listed for “Worker” Required Qualifications: Strong aptitude for diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance of large truck and trailers. Commercial Transport (Truck and Transport Mechanic) Journeyman Certificate (or Red Seal). Heavy Truck and Trailer subject matter expert. Heavy Duty Mechanic experience with on-highway trucks. Self-starter able to work in a fast-paced, detailed, and process-driven environment. Ability to work in a physical capacity, including heavy lifting and using tools throughout the shift. Must have own tools (required tool list will be provided). Class 5 driver's license with good drivers abstract. Class 1, Class 3, and MVI Certifications are a bonus (paid uplifts). Ability to effectively use standard computer programs such as Microsoft word and adobe #HP01 Who We Are: Velocity Truck Centres Canada provides full-service support, including sales, maintenance, parts, collision repair, and financing. Representing top brands like Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built, Autocar, and Trailers, we are committed to Speed, Value, and Trust for our customers and employees. With 17 branches across Alberta and British Columbia and over 100 locations worldwide in Canada, the USA, Mexico, and Australia, we offer exciting career growth opportunities and are looking for dedicated professionals to join our team. Velocity Truck Centres Canada is an equal opportunity employer.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Commercial Transport Journeyman Certificate or Red Seal and possess strong diagnostic skills for large trucks and trailers. The role requires physical capability, the ability to use standard computer programs, and ownership of personal tools.