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Seeking:
- Equipment service technician to perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faulty operations, and service and repair a variety of types of equipment; including forklift's, zoom booms, and man baskets. For those who enjoy doing precise work that is varied and challenging, and a feeling of independence.
Duties:
- General equipment repair on material handling equipment. Service technicians must adjust, test and repair engines, transmissions, steering systems, braking systems, drive trains, suspensions, and electrical systems.
Requirements:
- 3-5 years of experience or Certification
- Must have own hand tools
- A valid driver's license
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Continuous learning
Transportation/Travel Information
- Valid driver's licence
Diesel Engine Repair Specialization
- Major internal engine repairs or overhaul
- Installation and alignment of engines and machinery
- Fuel injection systems
- Exhaust systems
- Engine control systems
- Cooling systems
- Air conditioning systems
- Lubrication systems
Type of Equipment Repair
- Tractors
- Heavy construction equipment
- Forklifts
Major Work Area
- Service
- Repair
- Maintenance
Weight Handling
- More than 45 kg (100 lbs)
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- 4th Period Apprentice
- 1st Period Apprentice
- 2nd Period Apprentice
- 3rd Period Apprentice
- Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic Trade Certification
- Heavy-Duty Equipment Technician Red Seal Endorsement
Additional Skills
- Keep maintenance reports and documentation
Specific Skills
- Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
- Test repaired equipment for proper performance
- Determine extent of repair required
- Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
- Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
- Service attachments and working tools
Work Location Information
- In shop
- Various locations
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Physically demanding
- Attention to detail
Security and Safety
- Driving record check (abstract)
Own Tools/Equipment
- Tools
- Steel-toed safety boots