agricultural equipment technician

Canada West Harvest Centre; Swift Current; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural service provider in Swift Current is looking for a Field Truck and Transport Technician. This entry-level role involves troubleshooting, inspecting, and repairing heavy trucks on-site. Candidates should have a secondary school graduation certificate and 2 to 3 years of relevant experience. The position is physically demanding and requires attention to detail. The company offers health benefits, a pension plan, and requires a valid driver's license.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Pension plan

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience in heavy truck repair.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to handle physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment to identify faults.
• Maintain detailed repair documentation.
• Test equipment post-repair for performance.

Skills

Troubleshooting equipment

Attention to detail

Physical endurance

Organizational skills

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Field Truck and Transport Technician - Swift Current Area Peterbilt

Position posted 4 days ago. Be among the first 25 applicants.

Overview

Languages: English.

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

Work Location

• On site – Must be completed at the physical location. No option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks
• Perform other routine maintenance

Specialization

• Diesel engine repair specialization: Engine control system
• Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization: Mechanical transmissions, Hydraulic transmissions, Power take-offs, Tracked vehicle suspensions and steering, Brake system

Additional Information

• Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods

Weight Handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal Suitability

• Dependability
• Reliability
• Organized

Benefits

• Health benefits: Dental plan, Disability benefits, Health care plan
• Financial benefits: Pension plan

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Farming

Field Heavy Equipment Technician - Swift Current