Heavy-duty Equipment Mechanic in High Prairie

Responsibilities

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
• 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 other routine maintenance
• Maintain, repair, test and install electrical motors, generators, alternators, industrial storage batteries and hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Driver’s License (Class 1 or A)
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

Diesel engine repair specialization

• Fuel injection system
• Exhaust system
• Engine control system
• Major internal engine repairs or overhaul
• Installation and alignment of engines and machinery

Powered equipment repair specialization

• Pumps
• Industrial lift trucks and fork-lifts

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Mechanical transmissions
• Hydraulic transmissions
• Tracked vehicle suspensions and steering
• Highway vehicle tires and wheels
• Brake system

Additional information

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits