mechanic, heavy equipment

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

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a skilled technician to diagnose and repair complex equipment at their Balls Creek site. The role requires a variety of certifications, including a Red Seal Certificate, and hands-on experience with heavy machinery and diesel engines. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work in physically demanding outdoor settings. Benefits include health care plans, RRSP, and free parking.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Vision care benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience required.
• Experience in diesel engine repair and powered equipment repair.
• Valid driver's licence needed.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults.
• Diagnose faults using computerized testing equipment.
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks.

Skills

Welding experience

Attention to detail

Client focus

Team player

Excellent oral communication

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Agricultural Equipment Technician Red Seal Certificate

Automotive Service Licence (310S)

Truck and Coach Service Licence (310T)

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Safety glasses/goggles

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

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
• 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
• Order parts and maintain inventory
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation
• Welding experience
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks
• Service attachments and working tools
• Verify and repair emission control systems
• Assist process and machine operators in mineral ore and metal processing
• Perform other routine maintenance

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Agricultural Equipment Technician Red Seal Certificate
• Automotive Service Licence (310S)
• Truck and Coach Service Licence (310T)

Experience and specialization Diesel engine repair specialization

• Fuel injection system
• Exhaust system
• Cooling system
• Air conditioning system
• Lubrication system
• Engine control system
• Installation and alignment of engines and machinery

Powered equipment repair specialization

• Hydraulic-operated working attachments
• Compressors
• Pumps
• 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
• 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

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles

Personal suitability

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

Benefits Health benefits

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

Financial benefits

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available