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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
- Attach components and adjust new farm equipment
- Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
- MS Office
Certificates, licences, memberships, and coursesᅠ
- Agricultural Equipment Technician Red Seal Certificate
Specialization or experience
- Specialized environmental skills and knowledge
Area of specialization
- Training and professional development
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
- Installation and alignment of engines and machinery
Powered equipment repair specialization
- Hydraulic-operated working attachments
- Compressors
- Pumps
Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization
- Drive trains and final drives
- Hydraulic transmissions
- Wheel-mounted vehicle suspension and steering
- Off-road vehicle tires and wheels
- Brake system
Security and safety
- Criminal record check
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Drug test
- Driver's validity licence check
- Valid passport
Transportation/travel information
- Vehicle supplied by employer
- Willing to travel
- Willing to travel regularly
- Willing to travel cross-border
- Willing to travel for extended periods
- Willing to travel internationally
- Valid driver's licence
- Travel expenses paid by employer
- Driver's abstract
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Physically demanding
- Attention to detail
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Handling heavy loads
- Manual dexterity
- Sound discrimination
- Standing for extended periods
Weight handling
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Dependability
- Excellent oral communication
- Flexibility
- Reliability
- Team player
- Organized
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent written communication
Screening questions
- Are you authorized to work in Canada?
- Are you available for shift or on-call work?
- Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
- Are you currently a student?
- Are you willing to relocate for this position?
- Do you have experience working in this field?
- Do you have the equipment you need to work from home (like internet and a workspace)?
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
- Do you live near the job location?
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?
Employment terms options
- On call
Employment terms options
- Day
- Overtime required
Workplace information
- On the road job
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Other benefits
- Other benefits
- Transportation provided by employer
- Travel insurance