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Duties & Responsibilities
Repair and adjust hydraulic pumps, safety valves, and any other necessary mechanical components
Inspect, repair and adjust gasoline and diesel powered units
Perform incidental welding operations on equipment
Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service
Diagnose defects in heavy duty equipment
Perform mechanical repairs on equipment in the shop and road calls when required
Installation of new and added-on equipment
Electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting and diagnostics
Accurate completion of work orders and time cards
Install and align engines and machinery
Repair mechanical transmissions, drive-trains and final drives
Repair cable-operated working attachments, winches, compressors, pumps, electric generators, etc.
Test repaired equipment for proper performance
Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
Instruct apprentices
Keep detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation
Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology and repair techniques
Other mechanical repair work as required
Requirements
Completion of college/vocational or technical training
Appropriate credentials and certifications
1 year experience as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Possess a valid drivers license
Proven mechanical abilities in hydraulics and electrical, including schematics and diagnostics
Experience with routine maintenance operations
Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Able to work well under pressure
Strong attention to detail
Computer literate
Work Conditions
Physical ability to lift up to 50lb
Overtime as required
Hazards associated with the trade
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Willing to travel
- Valid driver's licence
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- 1st Period Apprentice
- 2nd Period Apprentice
Type of Equipment Repair
- Heavy trucks
Work Location Information
- In shop
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Physically demanding
- Attention to detail
Own Tools/Equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
Major Work Area
- Service
- Repair
- Maintenance
Weight Handling
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Powered Equipment Repair Specialization
- Electric generators