Journeyman/woman heavy-duty equipment mechanic

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Willing to relocate
• Relocation costs covered by employer

Responsibilities

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
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers’ specifications
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks
• Service attachments and working tools

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Automotive Service Licence (310S)
• Truck and Coach Service Licence (310T)

Experience and specialization

Diesel engine repair specialization

• Fuel injection system
• Exhaust system

Powered equipment repair specialization

• Hydraulic-operated working attachments
• Pumps
• Industrial lift trucks and fork-lifts

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Mechanical transmissions
• Drive trains and final drives
• Hydraulic transmissions
• Power take-offs

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Medical exam

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Bonus
• Pension plan

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Wellness program