heavy equipment mechanic - diesel engine

Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. Work site environment: Outdoors. Cold/refrigerated. Dusty. Hot. Noisy. Work setting: Various locations. 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. Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work. Perform repair work on heavy trucks. Perform other routine maintenance. Diesel engine repair specialization: Installation and alignment of engines and machinery.

Powered equipment repair specialization: Cable-operated working attachments. Hydraulic-operated working attachments. Compressors. Electric generators. Industrial lift trucks and fork-lifts. Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization: Hydraulic transmissions. Security and safety: Driving record check (abstract). Transportation/travel information: Own transportation. Willing to travel. Valid driver's licence.

Work conditions and physical capabilities: Physically demanding. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Hand-eye co-ordination. Handling heavy loads. Manual dexterity. Standing for extended periods. Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Personal suitability: Dependability. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Judgement. Reliability. Screening questions: 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)?. Employment terms options: Early morning. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Day. Overtime available. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits. Pension plan. Other benefits: Learning/training paid by employer.