Mechanic, Repairman

Work setting

• Various locations
• In shop

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Order parts and maintain inventory
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks
• Service attachments and working tools

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Commercial Vehicle Inspection Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

Diesel engine repair specialization

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

Powered equipment repair specialization

• Compressors
• Pumps
• Electric generators

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Mechanical transmissions
• Drive trains and final drives
• Highway vehicle tires and wheels
• Differentials

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Handling heavy loads

Weight handling

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

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Gloves

Personal suitability

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