heavy equipment mechanic - diesel engine
Education:
Other trades certificate or diploma.
Work site environment:
Outdoors. Cold/refrigerated. Dusty. Hot. Noisy.
Work setting:
Various locations.
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.
- Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications.
- Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work.
- Perform repair work on heavy trucks.
- Perform other routine maintenance.
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :
Truck and Coach Service Licence (310T).
Diesel engine repair specialization:
Installation and alignment of engines and machinery.
Powered equipment repair specialization:
- Cable-operated working attachments.
- Hydraulic-operated working attachments.
- Compressors.
- Electric generators.
- Industrial lift trucks and fork-lifts.
Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization:
Hydraulic transmissions.
Security and safety:
Driving record check (abstract).
Transportation/travel information:
Own transportation. Willing to travel. Valid driver's licence.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
Physically demanding. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Hand-eye co-ordination. Handling heavy loads. Manual dexterity. Standing for extended periods.
Weight handling:
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
Personal suitability:
- Dependability.
- Excellent oral communication.
- Flexibility.
- Judgement.
- Reliability.
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)?.
Employment terms options:
Early morning.
Experience:
3 years to less than 5 years.
Employment terms options:
Morning. Day. Overtime available.
Health benefits:
- Dental plan.
- Health care plan.
Financial benefits:
- Group insurance benefits.
- Pension plan.
Other benefits:
Learning/training paid by employer.