Diesel Mechanic - Heavy Equipment

Work site environment

• Noisy

Work setting

• In shop
• Service
• Maintenance
• Overhaul

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
• 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

Area of work experience

• Repair

Diesel engine repair specialization

• Fuel injection system
• Exhaust system
• Cooling system
• Lubrication system
• Engine control system
• Major internal engine repairs or overhaul

Powered equipment repair specialization

• Hydraulic-operated working attachments

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
• Brake system

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence
• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Long term benefits

• Life insurance