agricultural equipment mechanic

Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. or equivalent experience. Work site environment: Outdoors. 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. Attach components and adjust new farm equipment. Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work. Service attachments and working tools. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Driver's License (Class 3 or D). Diesel engine repair specialization: Fuel injection system. Exhaust system.

Cooling system. Air conditioning system. Lubrication system. Engine control system. Powered equipment repair specialization: Hydraulic-operated working attachments. Pumps. Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization: Mechanical transmissions. Drive trains and final drives. Hydraulic transmissions. Power take-offs. Tracked vehicle suspensions and steering. Off-road vehicle tires and wheels. Differentials.

Brake system. Security and safety: Driving record check (abstract). Driver's validity licence check. Transportation/travel information: Vehicle supplied by employer. Willing to travel regularly. Valid driver's licence. Travel expenses paid by employer. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Physically demanding. Attention to detail. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Own tools/equipment: Tools.

Steel-toed safety boots. Personal suitability: Dependability. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Reliability. Team player. Organized. Screening questions: Are you available for shift or on-call work?. 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)?. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years.

Employment terms options: On call. Day. Weekend. Overtime required. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits. Life insurance. Pension plan. Long term benefits: Long-term care insurance. Maternity and parental benefits. Other benefits: Learning/training paid by employer. Parking available.

Wellness program.