Marine Engine Mechanic

Work site environment

• Odours

Work setting

• Repair

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Detect and troubleshoot irregularities and malfunctions
• Repair or replace defective machinery parts
• Fabricate parts required during overhaul, maintenance or set-up
• Perform routine maintenance work on machinery
• Operate machining tools to fabricate parts
• Assembling machinery and equipment (prior to installation)
• Installing machinery and equipment
• Operate hoisting and lifting equipment
• Repair boats

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• First Aid Certificate
• Forklift Operator Certification
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• Marine engines
• Power tools
• Pumps and compressors
• Welding equipment
• Hand tools
• Forklift

Area of specialization

• Troubleshooting
• Small boat navigation

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Willing to travel
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Weight handling

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

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Long term benefits

• Other benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site recreation and activities