Job Description

Position: Heavy Duty Technician /MechanicPosition Type: Full timeLocation: Abbotsford, BCPosition OverviewVelocity Truck Centre / First Truck Centre has an exciting opening for a Journeyman / 4th year Apprentice Heavy Duty 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

• Attractive Compensation: Competitive hourly rate up to $44.50 /hour (D.O.E.). Along with an industry leading, monetary incentive plan and generous annual tool and boot allowance .
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy our generous paid 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 matching plan or Union Pension plan.
• Investment in Growth: Access employer-paid technical training tailored to your needs, ensuring continuous skill enhancement and career advancement.

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
• 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
• Class 1, Class 3, and MVI Certifications are a bonus

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.For more information about everything First Truck, please visit us at www.velocitytruckcentres.ca.We are an equal opportunity employer.

First Truck Center