heavy equipment mechanic

Languages English Education Other trades certificate or diploma Experience 5 years or more On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work site environment Outdoors Cold/refrigerated Dusty Hot Noisy Responsibilities Tasks Instruct apprentices 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 Order parts and maintain inventory 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 Service attachments and working tools Perform other routine maintenance Experience and specialization Diesel engine repair specialization Fuel injection system Exhaust system Cooling system Air conditioning system Lubrication system Engine control system Major internal engine repairs or overhaul Installation and alignment of engines and machinery Powered equipment repair specialization Cable-operated working attachments Hydraulic-operated working attachments Compressors Pumps Electric generators Industrial lift trucks and fork-lifts Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization Mechanical transmissions Hydraulic transmissions Tracked vehicle suspensions and steering Highway vehicle tires and wheels Brake system Additional information 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 Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Personal suitability Accurate Client focus Dependability Flexibility Judgement Reliability Team player Organized Benefits Health benefits Health care plan Financial benefits Pension plan