diesel mechanic

Government of Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a skilled individual for heavy truck repair. The role involves troubleshooting equipment, performing repairs, and ensuring optimal equipment performance to meet safety standards. Candidates should possess a secondary school diploma and relevant experience in diesel engine repairs. This is an on-site position requiring physical involvement, attention to detail, and a valid driver's licence.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years experience in heavy truck repair.
• Diesel engine repair specialization required.
• Requires valid driver's licence for transportation.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions.
• Adjust and repair equipment based on diagnostic tests.
• Order parts and maintain inventory of tools and materials.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Diagnostic skills

Maintenance

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Safety glasses/goggles

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Responsibilities Tasks

• 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
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks
• Service attachments and working tools
• Verify and repair emission control systems

Experience and specialization Diesel engine repair specialization

• Major internal engine repairs or overhaul
• Installation and alignment of engines and machinery

Additional information Security and safety

• Basic security clearance

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Handling heavy loads

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player