heavy-duty equipment mechanic

Government of Canada; Pugwash; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in Pugwash, NS is seeking a qualified technician for equipment maintenance. The role requires a minimum of 2 years experience, with expertise in diagnosing faults, repairing heavy trucks, and maintaining diesel engines. The candidate should possess relevant trades certificates and demonstrate strong attention to detail. This position is on-site, offering comprehensive health and financial benefits, including dental and pension plans.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Pension plan

Travel insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in equipment maintenance.
• Strong background in diesel engine repair.
• Experience with hydraulic-operated systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults.
• Diagnose faults using computerized testing equipment.
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation.

Skills

Troubleshooting equipment

Diagnosing faults

Welding

Repairing heavy trucks

Attention to detail

Client focus

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Heavy equipment maintenance technology/technician

Tools

Diagnostic testing equipment

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• Heavy equipment maintenance technology/technician

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.

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Non-smoking
• Cold/refrigerated
• Dusty
• Hot
• Noisy

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
• 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
• 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 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

Powered equipment repair specialization

• Cable-operated working attachments
• Hydraulic-operated working attachments
• Compressors
• Pumps
• Telescopic ladder
• Electric generators
• Industrial lift trucks and fork-lifts

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Mechanical transmissions
• Drive trains and final drives
• 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 Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Medical exam
• Drug test

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Handling heavy loads
• Manual dexterity

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• ReliabilityTeam player
• Organized

Benefits Health benefits

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

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Night shift premium
• Pension plan

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Other benefits
• Travel insurance
• Wellness program