- 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