King Spud Potato Transport ltd is currently looking for a mechanic to join our team! We are a large scale trucking business located just outside of Carberry Manitoba that hauls all the bulk potatoes to McCain Portage and Carberry locations daily. We offer a small town, friendly work environment where you are known by your first name and not a number.
The successful candidate must :
- Have mechanical experience in the truck and trailer industry
- Be able to complete thorough diagnostic ,service and repair of trucks and trailers in our fleet to be sure they are in safe and optimal operating condition
- diagnose problems using our computer system and schematics, efficiently and correctly.
- Repair or replace damaged components on all safety work, such as brakes, suspension systems, and lights.
- Maintain accurate records of repairs and services performed by completing all daily paperwork and work orders
- Perform routine maintenance tasks, including oil changes, brake adjustments and tire rotations
- Have strong knowledge of diesel engine, transmission and clutch repair techniques and principles
- Have strong attention to detail to ensure repairs are done correctly ( including test drives )
- have basic knowledge of Volvo, Peterbilt and Kenworth highway tractors.
- Have knowledge of trinity trailers and van trailers or be willing to learn
- Be able to work alone efficiently or in a group setting
- Be willing to help , teach and guide less experienced individuals in our shop
- Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work area.
- Have good communication skills to interact with dispatch and drivers to explain repairs and keep open line of communication
- Be willing to do on the road fixes when required if break downs occur.
- Being able to weld is an asset but not required.
- Must have valid class 5 license and a class one is an asset but not required.
What we offer :
A safe work environment with a great group of people to work with
Full time work , Monday to Friday all year long . Regular work hours are 8 am - 5pm. extra hours are available if needed. ***** we are very flexible and understand people have lives and families
Guaranteed long term work with no worries of job loss to lost contracts or changing times
Overtime as needed during peak season ( august 15 - October 15) or if break downs occur.
Full benefits Package with Canada Life after probation period
competitive wages - depending on skills and abilities
King Spud hauls on average 60 loads a day and at peak season ( harvest) over 100 . We have over 40 units that require a punctual, reliable individual to help us maintain, fix and keep on the road safely. . This is an opportunity for the right person to grow with the company and become an integral part of the business for years to come. The potato industry is an exciting one with lots to learn about! We want YOU on our team and are excited to hear from you !
Email a resume to kingspud2017@hotmail.com and tell us a bit about what you are looking for as well as what you have to offer! OR Feel free to drop by ( search us on google for directions) or call the office Monday to Friday 8am- 4pm @ 1-204-834-3867 or Ben (cell) @ 1-204-841-3166
King Spud is waiting for you....
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