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Loraas Environmental Services Ltd. in North Battleford is currently looking to fill the position of 4th/3rd Year Apprentice Heavy Duty/Truck and Transport Mechanic. If you are looking for a great local company with challenging opportunities this position may be for you!
Duties:
- Responsible for ongoing maintenance & repair of equipment, both mobile & stationary.
- Hands on troubleshooting, repair, adjustment, overhaul, and maintenance of trucks and heavy equipment used in waste hauling operations, and commercial trash compaction equipment and balers.
- Dealing with breakdowns in the shop, on the road, and at customer sites.
Qualifications:
- 3rd year or above Heavy Duty/ Truck and Transport Mechanic Apprentice or Journeyman, farm background or experience with heavy equipment an asset.
- Full set of hand tools required.
- Wide experience in hydraulic and electrical systems is essential.
- Experience in electronic and pneumatic control systems, diagnostics on control systems hardware & software problems.
- Team environment but capable of working independently.
- Minimum valid Class 5 driver's license with acceptable abstract required. Class 3A/1A license is an asset.
- As a condition of employment, all new employees to safety sensitive positions must successfully pass a substance test within a two week period of their hiring date. A criminal record check will also be required.
We offer:
- Excellent well maintained equipment and facilities, including a brand new state-of-the-art shop.
- Family/team atmosphere where staff are valued and appreciated.
- Competitive or above industry wage rates with annual review.
- Annual bonus incentive based upon performance and annual evaluation.
- Blue Cross Benefits Plan and Pension Plan through Great West Life
- Opportunities for learning, advancement, personal growth, and challenge!
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Valid driver's licence
Diesel Engine Repair Specialization
- Fuel injection systems
- Exhaust systems
- Engine control systems
- Cooling systems
- Air conditioning systems
- Lubrication systems
Type of Equipment Repair
- Heavy construction equipment
- Heavy trucks
Major Work Area
- Repair
- Maintenance
Weight Handling
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Powered Equipment Repair Specialization
- Hydraulic-operated working attachments
- Cable-operated working attachments
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- 4th Period Apprentice
- 3rd Period Apprentice
Additional Skills
- Order parts and maintain inventory
Specific Skills
- Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
- Test repaired equipment for proper performance
- Determine extent of repair required
- Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
- Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
- Service attachments and working tools
Mechanical Repair Specialization
- Wheel-mounted vehicle suspension and steering
- Vehicle brake systems
- Tracked vehicle suspensions and steering
- Off-road vehicle tires and wheels
- Mechanical transmissions
- Hydraulic transmissions
- Highway vehicle tires and wheels
Work Location Information
- On-site customer service
- In shop
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Physically demanding
- Attention to detail
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Drug test
Own Tools/Equipment
- Tools
- Steel-toed safety boots
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