Commercial Transport Mechanic/Heavy Duty
- Coquitlam, BC
- On-site
- Posted Jul 23, 2026
- 1 position
$49–$54 / hour
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
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Expired Sep 10, 2026
Original job posting
Perform mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on fleet vehicles, focusing on hydraulics, air brakes, and diesel engines. Conduct inspections, electronic diagnostics, and emergency service calls while maintaining a safe work environment.
Job details
Waste Control Service (WCS) is a private, locally owned, and operated recycling and waste management company offering solutions for sustainable management of all things waste. We offer collection services and consultation for both residential communities as well as commercial, industrial, and institutional organizations exclusively in the Greater Vancouver region. We have a head office and shop in Coquitlam B.C. and two recycling yards in North Vancouver where we primary process some of the recycling we regularly collect from our customers, which also operates as a recycling and secure shredding facility open to the community. As a member of our Team of Red Seal Mechanics, you are responsible for performing repairs and providing preventative maintenance on a variety of fleet vehicles in an environment focused on Safety. What we offer: * Great Company Culture: We value our employees and strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment. We also recognize our top performers with Employee of the Month/Year awards. * Engaging Work Environment: Enjoy monthly events that foster team bonding and a positive workplace atmosphere. * Competitive Compensation: $48.60-$54.00. * Schedule: Wednesday to Saturday (4x10 shifts) --Wednesday & Thursday: 1:30 PM to 12:00 AM --Friday: 11:30 AM to 10:00 PM --Saturday: 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM * Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including dental, chiropractic, massage therapy, vision, and more. * Professional Development: Opportunities to receive paid training to enhance your qualifications. * Overtime Opportunities: Earn extra income with available overtime Responsibilities: * Responsible for performing mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance including working with hydraulics, air brakes, clutches, transmissions, heavy duty diesel engines on fleet vehicles. * Performs inspections, diagnosis, and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment. * Proficient with electronic diagnostics and vehicle electronic systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs. * Estimates time and material costs on vehicle repairs and requisitions new parts. * Performs service calls for emergency and break downs. * Reviews, completes, or assigns repairs identified on driver inspection reports. * Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Health and Safety procedures and company standards. * Perform other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: * Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic or Commercial Transport Vehicle Mechanic. * Red Seal Certification is required. * 1-3 years’ experience in Heavy Equipment Shop or 3-4 years as an apprentice. * Class 3 driver’s license with air endorsement would be an asset. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Possess a commitment to delivering excellent customer service. * Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. * Work well with others in a team environment. * Commercial vehicle inspector and asset. JOIN OUR TEM! Waste Control Services has been a reputable employer for 30 years-come join our team and work with positive people who love what they do! We thank all applicants who have shown an interest in this position however we will only be contacting those candidates who are under further consideration.
What you’ll do
Perform mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on fleet vehicles, focusing on hydraulics, air brakes, and diesel engines. Conduct inspections, electronic diagnostics, and emergency service calls while maintaining a safe work environment.
Requirements
Requires Red Seal Certification as a Heavy Duty Equipment or Commercial Transport Vehicle Mechanic with 1-3 years of shop experience or 3-4 years as an apprentice. A Class 3 driver's license with air endorsement and commercial vehicle inspector certification are considered assets.
Benefits
• Dental • Chiropractic • Massage therapy • Vision • Paid training • Employee of the Month/Year awards • Monthly team bonding events
Listed skills
- Customer service · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Hydraulics
- Air brakes
- Clutches
- Transmissions
- Heavy duty diesel engines
- Electronic diagnostics
- Vehicle electronic systems
- Preventative maintenance
- Mechanical repair
- Suspension systems
- Brake systems
- Customer service
- Multi-tasking
- Teamwork
Job areas
- Trades
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Security & Safety
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