Journeyman Mechanic Jobs

About Us

Coast2000 is Western Canada’s largest, integrated logistics facility, linking cargo moved by rail, barge and truck with global markets.

Coast2000 is a Western IntermodeX Enterprise.

Western IntermodeX is seeking a Journeyman Mechanic to join our team. The full-time, day shift (10AM - 6PM Monday to Friday) is based out of our Coast 2000 location in Richmond and will report to the Fleet & Facilities Supervisor.

Purpose

Reporting to the Fleet and Facilities Supervisors, Mechanics are responsible for ensuring company vehicles and on-location equipment is mechanically sound and in effective, safe operating condition.

Responsibilities And Activities

• Performing systematic inspections of company assets to ensure they are in safe operating condition.
• Verify the adequacy of completed repair work and certify equipment as “road worthy.”
• Verifies work performed by contractors and certify that the repairs are aligned with the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) guidelines.
• Overhauling and repairing company assets to return them to safe operating condition.
• Communicate and perform vehicle repair needs.
• Performing preventative maintenance routines and other duties on light and heavy-duty equipment to determine the cause of failure.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Minimum of three (3) years recent experience required in equipment and machinery maintenance at the Red Seal/Journeyperson level, and successful candidates must possess their own hand tools.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a maintenance team.
• High school graduation or equivalent. BCTQ and/or Interprovincial Certification as a Heavy-Duty Mechanic, Commercial Transport Mechanic with a combination of education and experience.
• Experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and overhaul of equipment and machinery.
• Willingness to work in outdoor conditions.
• Red Seal Automotive Technicians with the following minimum qualifications may also be considered: diesel engine, propane engine, air brake, electrical diagnostics, and fluid power system (air and hydraulic) repair and maintenance.
• Previous experience with repair and preventive maintenance on Forklifts. Container Handlers considered and asset.
• Experience with welding and fabrication would be considered an asset.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Western Group and the enterprises within are committed to Employment Equity, support diversity in the workplace, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals including, women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. Furthermore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to support your request.

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