Agricultural Equipment Technician

Work Term: Permanent

• Work Language: English

• Hours: 40 to 50 hours per week

• Education: Registered Apprenticeship certificate

• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

• or equivalent experience Work site environment :

• Non-smoking

• Dusty

• Noisy Work setting :

• Willing to relocate

• In shop

• On-site customer service

• Relocation costs covered by employer 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

• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts

• Keep maintenance reports and documentation

• Welding experience

• 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

• Verify and repair emission control systems Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• Agricultural Equipment Technician Red Seal Certificate Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization :

• Mechanical transmissions

• Drive trains and final drives

• Hydraulic transmissions

• Power take-offs

• Tracked vehicle suspensions and steering

• Wheel-mounted vehicle suspension and steering

• Differentials

• Brake system Security and safety :

• Driving record check (abstract)

• Driver's validity licence check Transportation/travel information :

• Own transportation

• Willing to travel

• Valid driver's licence

• Public transportation is not available Work conditions and physical capabilities :

• Physically demanding

• Attention to detail

• Bending, crouching, kneeling

• Handling heavy loads

• Manual dexterity

• Overtime required

• Standing for extended periods Weight handling :

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Own tools/equipment :

• Tools Personal suitability :

• Accurate

• Client focus

• Dependability

• Flexibility

• Judgement

• Reliability

• Team player Screening questions :

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

• Are you willing to relocate for this position?

• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?

• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

• What is the highest level of study you have completed? Health benefits :

• Dental plan

• Disability benefits

• Health care plan

• Paramedical services coverage Long term benefits :

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)

• Group insurance benefits

• Life insurance

• Maternity and parental benefits

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) Other benefits :

• Learning/training paid by employer

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

• Team building opportunities

• Parking available

• Travel insurance