diesel mechanic

Government of Canada; Brampton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking government organization where you will play a crucial role in maintaining and repairing heavy equipment. This position requires hands-on experience and the ability to instruct apprentices while ensuring that all equipment operates at peak performance. You will be tasked with diagnosing faults, ordering parts, and keeping detailed maintenance records. If you are a reliable team player with a focus on client satisfaction and possess strong communication skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in your community.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in equipment maintenance and repair.
• Strong skills in troubleshooting and diagnosing equipment faults.

Responsibilities

• Instruct apprentices and perform hands-on equipment repairs.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions using testing equipment.
• Maintain inventory and keep detailed maintenance reports.

Skills

Welding

Troubleshooting

Equipment Inspection

Attention to Detail

Client Focus

Excellent Oral Communication

Education

College or CEGEP certificate or diploma (1-2 years)

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

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
• Welding experience
• 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
• Service attachments and working tools
• Verify and repair emission control systems

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player