Shop Assistant - Cleanup & General Assistance

This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for students and first-time job seekers. We offer 20-30 hours weekly that can be schedule around school. No previous experience is required, and training will be provided.

Are you someone who takes pride in a clean, organized workspace? Do you like staying busy, working with your hands, and being part of a hardworking team? Summit Motors is looking for a Shop Assistant to help keep our heavy-duty truck shop running smoothly and safely.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role that plays a critical part in supporting our technicians and maintaining a professional, efficient shop environment.

What You'll Be Doing

No two days are ever the same, but your key responsibilities will include:

• Emptying all garbage containers daily
• Collecting an properly disposing of recyclables
• Maintaining a clean, organized wash bay - including hoses and floors
• Returning jack stands and large tools neatly to the tool room and oiling air tools
• Keeping the outside of the building clean and professional
• Assisting senior technicians when required - this is a team-first environment
• Picking up and returning cores to Parts after checking with technicians
• Sweeping and washing shop floors
• Keeping the bone yard, press area, and oil tank area clean
• Draining oil filters and placing them in the proper barrels
• Maintaining the shop truck
• Snow removal around walk-in and overhead doors each morning in winter

What We're Looking For

• Strong work ethic - you don't wait to be told what to do
• Reliable and punctual
• Physically capable of lifting, bending, and working outdoors when required
• Comfortable working in an industrial shop environment
• Ability to follow safety procedures and instructions
• Previous shop, warehouse, or yard experience is an asset (but not required)
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn

Why Work at Summit Motors?

• Steady, full-time employment
• A supportive, team-oriented shop environment
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the heavy truck industry
• Learn directly from experienced Red Seal technicians
• A workplace that values safety, teamwork, and pride in workmanship