Lead Red Seal Truck and Transportation Mechanic

Type: Full Time

Compensation: C$45 / hour

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Lead Hand - Red Seal Truck and Transport Mechanic – Halifax, NS

Salary: $45/ hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday

Rockstar Recruiting is hiring an experienced Red Seal Truck and Transportation Mechanic – Lead Hand to join the Maintenance Department in Halifax, NS.

The Lead Hand will provide day-to-day leadership, technical guidance, and work coordination while performing the full range of mechanical duties. You will play an important role in supporting technicians and apprentices, maintaining a modern motorcoach fleet, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

WHAT THEY OFFER YOU:

Compensation

Salary: $45/hour +premiums and benefits

· $5,000 Signing Bonus

· $1,000 Boot & Tool Allowance

· Group Health & Dental Benefits

· Life Insurance

· Disability Insurance

· Employee Assistance Program

· 4% Group RRSP Matching

· Paid Time Off

· Relocation Expenses, where applicable

· On-call premiums

· Overtime opportunities

· Ongoing training and career development

Key Responsibilities

· Perform the full scope of Red Seal Truck & Transport Mechanic duties.

· Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain motorcoaches, buses, support vehicles, and related equipment.

· Perform complex mechanical and electrical diagnostics.

· Mentor and assist technicians with difficult repairs and troubleshooting, and provide day-to-day directions

· Complete preventative maintenance and inspections in accordance with company and regulatory standards.

· Respond to emergency breakdowns and provide after-hours support when required.

· Ensure repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

What We're Looking For

· Red Seal Truck & Transport Mechanic Certification required.

· 5 years of progressive Truck & Transport, heavy-duty, or bus/motorcoach mechanical experience.

· Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting abilities.

· Solid electrical and electronic diagnostic knowledge.

· Previous experience mentoring apprentices or leading technicians

· Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple jobs.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· A safety-first mindset and commitment to quality workmanship.

· Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced maintenance environment.

· Valid Class 2 or Class 3 driver's licence with air brake endorsement is an asset.

The Opportunity

If you're an experienced Red Seal Truck & Transport Mechanic who is ready to step into a leadership role while staying hands-on, we'd like to hear from you. This is an opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career with a growing transportation organization.

CONTACT: If you have any questions, call/text Barbara at 1 833-632-4562 or email [email protected].

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