Pacific Western Transportation Ltd

Journeyperson Mechanic

Pacific Western Transportation Ltd  •  $34 - $38/hr  •  Medicine Hat, CA (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Journeyperson Mechanic

SOUTHLAND is currently seeking a Journeyperson Mechanic to join our team of maintenance professionals. This role is responsible for servicing/repairing SOUTHLAND school buses in a safe, efficient, and effective manner. This position is not confined to shop activities as the Mechanic may be required to perform field work on down buses. We offer personalized training, competitive wages, and a flexible schedule that allows for work-life balance. The shift for this position is Monday through Friday, day shift.

Duties

  • Ongoing maintenance/repair of buses
  • Diagnosing equipment problems
  • CVIP Inspections
  • Respond to breakdowns
  • Spring and winter maintenance
  • Complete all documentation associated with equipment repairs
  • Work with shop management to maintain schedules and priorities
  • Follow SOUTHLAND procedures and guidelines

Requirements

  • Journeyperson Ticket
  • Own hand tools
  • Fluent in written and spoken English
  • 2 – 5 years related experience
  • Valid driver’s license (Class 2 or 3 considered an asset)
  • CVIP (Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program) License considered an asset
  • Exposure to working on diesel engines
  • Analytical and troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to comprehend/operate diagnostic and manual measuring tools, including micrometers, brake drum gauge, Ohmmeters, and AVR (Amps, Volts & Resistors)
  • Computer proficiency

Remuneration

  • Hourly rate - $34 – $38 per hour based on experience
  • Bi-weekly pay period (every second Friday)
  • Employee Benefits Plan (after 3-month probation)
  • Group Registered Retirement Savings (RRSP) Plan (available after 12 months)
  • Annual Tool and Boot Allowance - $750 (pro-rated from start date - available in last quarter of the year, and each subsequent year)
Pacific Western Transportation Ltd

About Pacific Western Transportation Ltd

Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada. Today PWT offers comprehensive transportation services and solutions across the country, with over 4,000 employees and numerous business locations. Our operations are separated into four divisions: Motor Coach, Oilsands, Student Transportation, and Transit.

PWT’s varied operations are unified by a company-wide commitment to the Core Values first established by our founder R.B. (Bob) Colborne. At the heart of these core values is an unwavering dedication to customer service and safety, as supported by our Safely Home brand.

At PWT, our people are our greatest asset. After all, it’s our people who safely transport our passengers to where they need to be. In all of the urban or rural communities we serve, PWT’s employees bring our Core Values to life, day in and day out.

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Industry
Transportation & Logistics
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Calgary, CA
Year Founded
1957
Website
pwt.ca
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