Truck & Transport Mechanic

As a truck and transport mechanic, you will inspect, diagnose, repair and maintain trucks and buses to ensure they operate safely. You may work in repair shops, fleet facilities or outdoor environments where large vehicles are serviced, often in fast-paced, time-sensitive conditions.

Does this sound like you?

You have mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.

You have critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

You're able to work with heavy parts and equipment.

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Typical responsibilities

Read blueprints, schematics and manufacturer specifications to guide inspection and service work
Inspect and repair fuel systems, braking systems, steering and suspension components
Diagnose and maintain transmission, emission control and exhaust, and cooling systems
Use computerized diagnostics tools to test vehicle performance and identify system issues
Perform preventative maintenance tasks, including oil changes, tune-ups and routine system checks
Operate and maintain lifting, staging and booster equipment

Common skills you need for the trades

Math

Math is used across the skilled trades. You may work with decimals, fractions, measurements, conversions, area and volume to plan work, calculate materials, monitor operations and troubleshoot.

Reading

Strong reading skills help you work safely and effectively on the job. You’ll use them to understand instructions, equipment manuals, safety information, drawings and other technical information.

Science

Basic science principles help you understand how things work and how materials behave. Across the trades, this can include concepts like electricity, heat, force, pressure and the properties of different materials.

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