Position: Heavy Duty Technician / Mechanic(s)

Position Type: Full time

Location: Abbotsford, BC

Position Overview

First Truck Centre, doing business as Velocity Truck Centres, aims to provide unparalleled support by offering various sales, vehicle maintenance, parts, collision, and financing services to the industry. We believe in living our values, serving our customers and employees through our brand pillars - Speed, Value, Trust. Velocity Truck Centres is growing in Alberta in British Columbia now with 18 branches. We also have over 100 branches globally spanning the USA, Mexico and Australia. We value career growth and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team.

Velocity / First Truck Centre has an exciting opening for a Journeyman or Apprentice Service Technician at our Abbotsford, BC branch. Working in our shop the technician will contribute in one of Canada's best managed companies. Be a part of a team that takes trucking to the next level of quality and professionalism. Our Elite Support certified dealers provides top quality in all aspect of our business.

Compensation Plan

• Competitive Base wage from $21.62- $43.24 /hour
• Shift premiums and overtime pay
• Employer-paid technical training as required
• Paid Vacation
• Generous annual tool and boot allowance
• Company-paid extended health coverage
• Basic life insurance, disability, and wellness programs
• Employer RRSP matching and shareholder program

Primary Job Functions

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain OEM class 6,7,8 vehicles, trailers, truck mounted cranes, and Hi-Rail equipment.
• Ensure professional quality detail and craftsmanship
• Implement workflow procedures and continuous improvement initiatives for the department

Qualifications

• Strong aptitude for diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance
• Commercial Transport (Truck and Transport Mechanic) Journeyman Certificate (or Red Seal)
• Heavy Truck and Trailer subject matter expert
• 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
• Class 1, Class 3, and MVI Certifications are a bonus

For more information about everything First Truck, please visit us at firsttruck.ca.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

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