Trailer Mechanic

CWS Logistics requires a TRANSPORT TRAILER TECHNICIAN for our Winnipeg shop.

We have a fleet of 200 heated and dry van trailers that we maintain at our Winnipeg shop. We offer benefits, RRSP matching and weekday only shifts. Boot allowance is offered after 1 successful year of employment. PPE is provided and many shop specific tools also provided.

Qualifications:

• Safety inspection certificate an asset.
• Journeyman certificate an asset.
• Minimum 3 years experience preferred.
• Welding experience an asset.
• Experience with 53' van trailers.
• Experience on Solara Heater units an asset.
• Drivers License 5 and or Class 1A license an asset.
• No existing allergy to agriculture chemicals or pesticides.
• Must be able to read, write and speak basic English.
• Must be able to do basic math calculations.
• Capable of using diagnostic tools and computer.
• Must have full set of hand tools.
• Excellent focus and attention to detail.
• Ability to work as a team and independently.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to wear various personal protective equipment (PPE) including fall protection.
• Will be trained on TDG, WHMIS, forklift and first-aid.

Duties:

• Perform preventative and scheduled maintenance on van trailers and converter dollies.
• Perform MPI (Manitoba) standard safety inspections for commercial vehicles.
• Follow work order/repair process and documentations.
• Inspect and test mechanical units such as: lights, air systems, axles and ABS brake systems.
• Adjust, repair, replace parts/components of trailer systems including: frame, body, engines, fuel system, electrical systems on Solara heaters.
• Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of trailer systems including structural, brake and electrical systems.
• Comply and participate with Canada Labour Code Part II (health and safety regulations).
• Comply to CWS policies and procedures as well as industry standards.
• Report near misses and accidents.
• Perform all other duties assigned by manager.
• Responsible for the organization and cleanliness of their workstation and shop, parts-room and yard.

CWS Logistics Ltd. is committed to diversity and inclusion in the Workplace and is located at: 1664 Seel Avenue off Waverley. Interested applicants can submit their resume by emailing:

CWS Logistics is a Canadian owned and operated company specializes in the transportation and warehouse management in the agriculture and consumer goods industries across Western Canada.

Starting a career with CWS Logistics means you will be home daily, receive great wages, a great benefit package and a matching RRSP program.