agricultural equipment technician

Government of Canada; Taber; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Alberta is seeking skilled workers in mechanical maintenance and repair. The role involves diagnosing and repairing equipment, maintaining accurate reports, and ensuring compliance with specifications. Candidates must have 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. This position offers comprehensive health and financial benefits, along with a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Free parking available

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience required.
• Experience with mechanical transmissions and hydraulic transmissions.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults.
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance.
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks.
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

Troubleshooting equipment

Diagnosing faults

Repair work on heavy trucks

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

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

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Noisy

Work setting

• Various locations
• Willing to relocate

Responsibilities

• 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
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications
• Attach components and adjust new farm equipment
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks
• Verify and repair emission control systems
• Perform other routine maintenance

Experience and specialization

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Mechanical transmissions
• Hydraulic transmissions

Additional information

Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available