Why Work Here 

New West Truck Centres has access to the latest tools and equipment. Surround yourself with certified heavy duty mechanics who specialise in Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built, Sport Chassis, Detroit Diesel, Cummins, Autocar and other brands of heavy-duty truck

Treated Well.

Your direct manager and team are well-respected and knowledgeable leaders who always remain calm and collected, even in the most challenging situations. They genuinely care about the technicians and take the time to listen to their concerns, offering guidance and support when needed.

Trained Well.

Employees have access to cutting edge technological training opportunities, web training, and career development training, in addition to our in house training programs and certifications that will develop your skills and advance your career.

Paid Well.

Our total compensation package offers health, dental, vision care, EFAP and life insurance. Base salary range for a Shop Hand in this role is $18-$22 per hour.

The role

Under the supervision of Service Manager, this position is perfect for someone looking to start their career in in the Heavy Duty Mechanic trade. The successful candidate will be responsible for general maintenance of the day-to-day shop activities as well as continuous improvement and learning.

General Maintenance – 70% of your time is spent here

• Perform basic building maintenance and minor repairs as directed
• Keeps shop area neat, clean and safe
• Inspect used oil container level
• Ensure adequate stock of shop items so they don’t run short

Other Duties– 30% and its important!

• Assist the sales department in cleaning and prepping new trucks for delivery
• Advise Shop Foreman or Service Manager of broken or damaged shop tools and equipment and the repairs required
• Clean wash bay, floors and walls
• Delivering parts to customers
• Empty garbage cans

Education

• Highschool Diploma (past or in-progress)
• Class 5 driving license required
• Possession of a valid class 3 driver’s license is an asset

Experience

• Experience in the industry or in a shop/automotive environment is preferred
• Must be able to work in a high pressure environment safely
• Must be able to present yourself in a positive, professional manner to colleagues and customers
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions

3 Things To be successful as Shop Hand

1. Internal drive & curiosity to get to Why
2. Always willing to help out
3. Never stop learning

Other details

• Apply on Indeed.com, we will personally read every resume/application and provide a response
• The above description is a summary of responsibilities and is not an exhaustive list of duties. A comprehensive job description will be provided to you in the interviewing process
• We welcome all qualified candidates to apply, the diversity of our workforce reflects the communities and customers we serve
• Professional references will be required

About Us

We are New West Truck Centres, a trusted name in heavy-duty trucks since 2008. From two locations, we’ve grown into a network of dealerships, body shops and collision centres serving Alberta and interior British Columbia. We represent a wide range of heavy-duty trucks and parts brands, including Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built, Mitsubishi Fuso, Sport Chassis, Detroit Diesel, Cummins, Autocar, and more.

Born from the vision of an integral leader who has worked in every aspect of the business, this comprehensive background fuels our passion for exceptional customer service, ensuring the best experience at all our locations in Calgary, Balzac, Lethbridge, Red Deer, Medicine Hat, Cranbrook, and Taber.

Our "person-centered" corporate culture values each team member as essential to our success. This approach has earned us rewards such as Best Employer for Recent Graduates and Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation. We actively support various charities and participate in numerous community and industry initiatives.