diesel mechanic

Government of Canada; Vaudreuil-Dorion; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a qualified technician to perform mechanical maintenance and repair of heavy trucks and related equipment. This role requires a high school diploma and several specific industry skill sets, including diesel engine repair and familiarity with mechanical transmissions. Applicants should demonstrate a strong work ethic and the ability to handle physical demands of the job, which will be located on-site.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Other benefits

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair.
• Diesel engine repair specialization is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions.
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks and keep maintenance reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client focus

Flexibility

Judgement

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

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
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation
• 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
• Perform other routine maintenance

Experience and specialization Diesel engine repair specialization

• Fuel injection system
• Exhaust system
• Cooling system
• Air conditioning system
• Lubrication system
• Engine control system
• Major internal engine repairs or overhaul
• Installation and alignment of engines and machinery

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Mechanical transmissions
• Hydraulic transmissions
• Power take-offs
• Tracked vehicle suspensions and steering
• Wheel-mounted vehicle suspension and steering
• Highway vehicle tires and wheels
• Off-road vehicle tires and wheels
• Differentials
• Brake system

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

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Other benefits

• Other benefits