heavy-duty equipment mechanic

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work site environment:

• Outdoors.
• Non-smoking.
• Noisy.
• Work setting: Various locations.

Tasks:

• 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.
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications.
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work.
• Service attachments and working tools.

Security and safety:

Criminal record check.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Physically demanding.
• Attention to detail.
• Bending, crouching, kneeling.
• Hand-eye co-ordination.
• Handling heavy loads.
• Manual dexterity.
• Sound discrimination.
• Standing for extended periods.

Personal suitability:

• Dependability.
• Flexibility.
• Judgement.
• Reliability.
• Team player.

Screening questions:

• Do you have experience working in this field?.
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.

Experience:

1 year to less than 2 years.