Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 50 hours per week
Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience: Experience an asset
Heavy equipment maintenance technology/technician

Work site environment

OutdoorsCold/refrigeratedDustyHotNoisy

Work setting

Various locationsWilling to relocateRelocation costs not covered by employer

Tasks

Instruct apprenticesTroubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctionsDiagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair requiredOrder parts and maintain inventoryAdjust equipment and repair or replace defective partsKeep maintenance reports and documentationTest repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specificationsAttach components and adjust new farm equipmentClean, lubricate and perform other maintenance workPerform repair work on heavy trucksService attachments and working toolsVerify and repair emission control systemsPerform other routine maintenance

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Diesel engine repair specialization

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

Powered equipment repair specialization

Hydraulic-operated working attachmentsCompressorsIndustrial lift trucks and fork-lifts

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

Mechanical transmissionsDrive trains and final drivesHydraulic transmissionsPower take-offsTracked vehicle suspensions and steeringOff-road vehicle tires and wheelsDifferentialsBrake system

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Physically demandingAttention to detailBending, crouching, kneelingHand-eye co-ordinationHandling heavy loadsManual dexterityStanding for extended periods

Weight handling

Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

ToolsSteel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

AccurateClient focusDependabilityExcellent oral communicationFlexibilityJudgementReliabilityTeam playerOrganized

Health benefits

Dental planVision care benefits

Nu Edge Construction Ltd

Open Positions

heavy equipment mechanic