Position: Service Technicians (Heavy Duty Truck) - Red Seal + MVI only
Location: Dartmouth, NS
Reports to: Service Manager
Anticipated Start Date: ASAP
Status / Shift: Evening shift

POSITION PROFILE:

Nova Truck Centres, a division of Nova Enterprises Limited, is a Freightliner and Western Star dealership with four locations across Nova Scotia. Recognized as an Employer of Choice by the Trucking Human Resource Sector Council Atlantic, we are a dynamic company within a competitive market and the largest truck facility in Nova Scotia. There may be some flexibility around the working hours.
We are seeking an experienced service technician to diagnose and complete repairs and/or services on heavy-duty trucks/buses and transportation equipment to ensure customer satisfaction.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Red Seal certification with MVI . Pay reflects night shift premiums.
• Experience and/or training on Detroit Diesel, Cummins and Cat engines is an asset
• Safety Inspections Certificate is required (for MVI)
• Valid Class One with Air Driver’s License is an asset (for road testing)
• Good physical condition to perform physically demanding duties

SKILLS:

• Must have aptitude to continually learn and upgrade skills/knowledge in the trade
• Positive attitude and team player
• Strong communication skills, patience and commitment to the customer
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills
• Basic computer knowledge and ability to learn in house programs
• Mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity, good hand-eye coordination, strength, stamina & agility

• Diagnoses problems by interpreting information relayed by the customer, visual inspections, road testing and/or using various diagnostic tools to determine repairs needed.
• Reports findings and recommends repair and/or replacement of parts.
• Completes mechanical, electrical, air systems, or general repairs/service (i.e. transmissions, brakes, grease jobs, differential overhaul etc.)
• Updates service counter of any unforeseen problems or completion time changes so the customer can be notified.
• Tests and inspects repairs to ensure quality work that meets all standards and determines need for other possibly unrelated repairs.
• Writes repair “story” on work orders to document repairs completed and problems or unusual situations encountered during repairs.
• Maintains company tooling and equipment as well as general shop housekeeping to promote a safe work environment.
• May be responsible for providing guidance to apprentice technicians during repairs.