Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 44 hours per week
Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

Work site environment

Non-smokingNoisy

Tasks

Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctionsDiagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair requiredAdjust equipment and repair or replace defective partsWelding experienceTest repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specificationsClean, lubricate and perform other maintenance workPerform repair work on heavy trucksService attachments and working toolsVerify and repair emission control systems

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Agricultural Equipment Technician Red Seal CertificateDriver's License (Class 3 or D)Truck and Coach Service Licence (310T)Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Apprenticeship training

Level three apprenticeship trainingLevel four apprenticeship trainingLevel five apprenticeship training

Diesel engine repair specialization

Fuel injection systemExhaust systemCooling systemLubrication systemEngine control systemMajor internal engine repairs or overhaulInstallation and alignment of engines and machinery

Powered equipment repair specialization

Cable-operated working attachmentsHydraulic-operated working attachmentsCompressorsPumpsIndustrial lift trucks and fork-lifts

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

Mechanical transmissionsDrive trains and final drivesHydraulic transmissionsPower take-offsTracked vehicle suspensions and steeringWheel-mounted vehicle suspension and steeringDifferentialsBrake system

Transportation/travel information

Willing to travelWilling to travel for extended periods

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Physically demandingAttention to detailBending, crouching, kneelingHand-eye co-ordinationHandling heavy loads

Weight handling

Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

ToolsSteel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

DependabilityExcellent oral communicationFlexibilityReliabilityTeam player

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