heavy-duty equipment mechanic

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years Work site environment Dusty Noisy 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 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 Verify and repair emission control systems Perform safety and security checks Check, calibrate and perform routine maintenance to equipment Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization Hydraulic transmissions Tracked vehicle suspensions and steering Brake system Work conditions and physical capabilities Bending, crouching, kneeling Hand-eye co-ordination 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 Dependability Flexibility Judgement Reliability Team player Health benefits Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits Financial benefits Group insurance benefits Life insurance Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Other benefits Other benefits