or equivalent experience

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

4th Period Apprentice

3rd Period Apprentice

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Driver’s License (Class 3 or D)

Driver’s License (Class 1 or A)

Commercial Vehicle Inspection Certificate

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Agricultural Equipment Technician Red Seal Certificate

Diesel Engine Repair Specialization

Major internal engine repairs or overhaul

Installation and alignment of engines and machinery

Air conditioning system

Fuel injection system

Engine control system

Lubrication system

Cooling system

Exhaust system

Additional Skills

Keep maintenance reports and documentation

Order parts and maintain inventory

Welding experience

Perform repair work on heavy trucks

Specific Skills

Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts

Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work

Service attachments and working tools

Verify and repair emission control systems

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

Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers’ specifications

Security and Safety

Criminal record check

Own Tools/Equipment

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Work Site Environment

Outdoors

Noisy

Dusty

Hot

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation

Willing to travel

Willing to travel regularly

Valid driver’s licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Handling heavy loads

Physically demanding

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Standing for extended periods

Bending, crouching, kneeling

Overtime required

Work Location Information

Room and board provided

Various locations

Mechanical Maintenance and Repair Specialization

Wheel-mounted vehicle suspension and steering

Tracked vehicle suspensions and steering

Power take-offs

Off-road vehicle tires and wheels

Mechanical transmissions

Hydraulic transmissions

Highway vehicle tires and wheels

Drive trains and final drives

Brake system

Personal Suitability

Flexibility

Accurate

Team player

Excellent oral communication

Dependability

Judgement

Reliability

Health benefits

Health care plan

Long term benefits

Group insurance benefits

Pension plan

Screening questions

Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Are you available for the advertised start date?

Do you have education in this field of employment?