Diesel Mechanic

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
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks
• Perform other routine maintenance
• Inspect to ensure that safe working conditions are maintained
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and machinery
• Adjusting machinery and equipment to proper settings
• Diagnose faults and malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player