Commercial Transport Vehicle Mechanic

Thompson Rivers University - Kamloops Campus

Canada,British Columbia

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 16,331/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 100 FREE

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Canada, British Columbia

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1970

Total Students: 25,000 +

Int. Students: 4,500 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1250 Western Ave, Williams Lake, BC V2G 1H7, Canada

Commercial Transport Vehicle Mechanic

Program Overview

Truck and Transport Mechanic

(Formerly called Commercial Transport Vehicle Mechanic)

Truck and transport mechanics diagnose, repair and service highway buses and trucks. They work for commercial transport vehicle dealers, garages and service stations. These mechanics work on the mechanical, electrical and electronic components of vehicles. This includes the fuel, brake, steering and suspension, transmission, emission control and exhaust, and cooling and climate control systems.

Apprenticeship

Opportunities are unlimited for the truck and transport vehicle mechanic who has acquired journeyman status. Personal benefits as well as monetary rewards make this trade a lucrative vocation. In addition, trained people are always in great demand.

These mechanics work on the mechanical, electrical and electronic components of vehicles. This includes the fuel, brake, steering and suspension, transmission, emission control and exhaust, and cooling and climate control systems. Some mechanics specialize in one or more of these systems. Many commercial mechanics — particularly those in fleet maintenance and emergency repair — will work outside in all types of conditions. Other work is carried out within shops. Truck and Transport Mechanics are required to use computerized diagnostic equipment to do preventive maintenance and test vehicle performance. They also work on mechanical and electronic components and do scheduled maintenance, such as oil changes and tune-ups.