heavy equipment mechanic

Education:

No degree, certificate or diploma.

Tasks:

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required.
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts.
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation.
• Welding experience.
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications.
• Attach components and adjust new farm equipment.
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work.
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks.
• Service attachments and working tools.
• Verify and repair emission control systems.
• Perform other routine maintenance.
• Diesel engine repair specialization: Fuel injection system. Exhaust system. Cooling system. Air conditioning system. Lubrication system. Engine control system. Major internal engine repairs or overhaul. Installation and alignment of engines and machinery.
• Powered equipment repair specialization: Hydraulic-operated working attachments. Pumps.
• Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization: Mechanical transmissions. Drive trains and final drives. Hydraulic transmissions. Power take-offs. Tracked vehicle suspensions and steering. Wheel-mounted vehicle suspension and steering. Highway vehicle tires and wheels. Off-road vehicle tires and wheels. Differentials. Brake system.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Physically demanding.
• Handling heavy loads.
• Standing for extended periods.

Own tools/equipment:

• Tools.
• Steel-toed safety boots.
• Safety glasses/goggles.
• Gloves.

Personal suitability:

• Accurate.
• Dependability.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Organized.

Screening questions:

Do you have experience working in this field?.

Experience:

Experience an asset.

Employment terms options:

Day.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Disability benefits.
• Health care plan.
• Paramedical services coverage.
• Vision care benefits.

Financial benefits:

• Group insurance benefits.
• Life insurance.

Other benefits:

• Free parking available.
• Other benefits.
• Variable or compressed work week.

Support for newcomers and refugees:

Does not require Canadian work experience.