Diesel engine mechanic - heavy equipment

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
• Order parts and maintain inventory
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation
• Welding experience
• 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
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks
• Service attachments and working tools
• Verify and repair emission control systems
• Perform other routine maintenance

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Organized