Seeking Advice for gaining 310T experience

Discussion in 'Canadian Truckers Forum' started by carleelloyd, Aug 13, 2025 at 7:59 PM.

  1. carleelloyd

    carleelloyd Bobtail Member

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    Try to keep this short. Basically, I'm 33 female want to become a 310T mechanic. I work remote from home right now and rent an apartment plus have car partment. Was thinking of going to school for 2 years for the Truck & Coach or Motive Power Tech Diesel as a way in but worry that I won't be able to go full-time and still pay rent.

    So, I signed up for evening classes for welding and small engine repair. I figure this will at least show I can do some mechanical type things on my resume.

    I'm hardworking, eager to learn, and motivated. I've tried calling a few places but have yet to actually speak to anyone. Live in Simcoe Ontario but can commute.

    Wondering if anyone has any advice on how to get your foot in the door? Or how else I can improve my resume without going the full-time college route.
     
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  3. AModelCat

    AModelCat Road Train Member

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    I wouldn't waste time with going to a school for 2 years. The apprenticeship is a mix of school and on the job employment anyways.

    If you're serious, polish up the resume and head over to shops you'd like to work at. Try and speak directly to the service manager if you can. You'll go much further by talking to people than by applying online.

    Very doubtful you'll get a position on the wrenches right away. Anyone we hire who is fresh to the industry is hired on as wash bay/labourer for 6-12 months. We will toss them some easy repair work from time to time or they'll help out the mechanics when needed. We don't expect them to be pros right out of the gate, we're mostly just gauging if they have the aptitude, attitude and work ethic.

    Wouldn't be a terrible idea to get yourself a toolbox or roller cart and start acquiring some basic hand tools. It shows employers that you're serious about it. Don't fall into the trap of thinking you need to be buying all top tier stuff when starting out.
     
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  4. carleelloyd

    carleelloyd Bobtail Member

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    Thank you! Going to take this route and try to take some auto mechanic classes part-time to boost the resume. Appreciate this. Was looking at some roller carts and stuff today.
     
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