Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Work site environment

• Non-smoking
• Hot
• Noisy

Work setting

• In shop
• On-site customer service

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Instruct apprentices
• 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
• Attach components and adjust new farm equipment
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
• Service attachments and working tools
• Verify and repair emission control systems

Supervision

• Heavy duty equipment mechanics

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Agricultural Equipment Technician Red Seal Certificate
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Diesel engine repair specialization

• Fuel injection system
• Exhaust system
• Cooling system
• Air conditioning system
• Lubrication 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

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Mechanical transmissions
• Drive trains and final drives
• Hydraulic transmissions
• Tracked vehicle suspensions and steering
• Wheel-mounted vehicle suspension and steering
• Differentials
• Brake system

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)