Agricultural or Heavy Equipment Technician

  • Red Deer County
  • Connolly Mechanical Ltd

Responsibilities:

  • Perform maintenance and repairs on agricultural equipment, including tractors, combines, and harvesters
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues
  • Conduct routine inspections to identify potential problems and prevent breakdowns
  • Use power tools and hand tools to disassemble, repair, and reassemble equipment components
  • Interpret schematics and technical manuals to guide repair processes
  • Collaborate with other technicians and team members to ensure efficient workflow
  • Maintain accurate records of repairs, parts used, and labor hours

Qualifications:

  • Strong knowledge of electrical systems and their components
  • Experience maintaining and repairing industrial or heavy equipment
  • Proficiency in operating heavy equipment such as cranes or forklifts is a plus
  • Familiarity with power tools and their safe usage
  • Ability to read and interpret schematics, diagrams, and technical manuals
  • Basic understanding of HVAC systems in relation to equipment operation
  • Knowledge of automotive repair principles is beneficial
  • Physical ability to perform heavy lifting and work in various weather conditions
  • Valid Class 5 Drivers License
  • Full Tool Set

Salary : $35.00-$50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits :

  • Casual dress
  • Disability insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

  • Overtime pay

Experience :

  • mechanical: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • Class 5 Licence (required)
  • Journeyman Certificate (preferred)
  • Trade Certificate (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Red Deer County, AB T4S 0B8 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Red Deer County, AB T4S 0B8: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person