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Heavy Duty Mechanic

  • Oakville, ON, Canada

On-site

Full-time

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Job details

Job type
Full-time
Workplace
On-site
Experience
5+ years of experience working on various sized Heavy Equipment and/or Heavy Trucks
Posting language
English
Posted

Original job description

Who is Bronte Construction?

Bronte Construction prides itself on our innovative approach and expert team. Together, we successfully implement that enhance communities for generations. Our team lives and breathes our Foundation Principles: Safety, Balance, Culture, Quality, and Character. Our organization is composed of long-term team members, who are passionate about doing their best work every day, on every site. This posting is for an existing vacancy for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic in our Oakville Shop location.

How We're Different:

  • Annual Rankings for 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 as one of the fastest-growing companies in Canada
  • Awards for Environmental Project of the Year 2018
  • Great health, dental, vision insurance and Employee Assistance Program
  • RRSP plan that includes company dollar-for-dollar match on weekly contributions
  • Participation in yearly training and career development programs

Duties and Responsibilities include:

  • Perform all levels of preventive maintenance, inspection, and repair on heavy equipment (main focus) and fleet vehicles.
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems using diagnostic tools, test equipment and manufacturer manuals.
  • Service and repair major components including engines, transmissions, differentials, turbochargers, fuel systems and hydraulic systems.
  • Conduct road tests and functional checks to ensure proper operation and compliance with specifications.
  • Read and interpret diagrams, schematics, and service manuals to complete accurate and efficient repairs.
  • Use a variety of hand and power tools, welding equipment and hydraulic jacks to perform maintenance and assembly work.
  • Maintain accurate service and repair records, and identify warrantable repairs as required.
  • Ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with Workplace Safety, Environmental and National Safety Code regulations.
  • Keep work areas clean, organized and compliant with safety standards while performing duties independently and efficiently.
  • Perform other related tasks and special projects as assigned.

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of experience working on various sized Heavy Equipment and/or Heavy Trucks
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to monitor and evaluate problems and organizational performance in order to assess efficiency and effectiveness
  • Ability to occasionally work outdoors in challenging conditions caused by snow, dust, temperature changes, and weather
  • Ability to use workplace technology
  • A valid G Driver's License with a clean abstract is required
  • Must possess own Hand Tools and Tool Box.
  • Travel Requirements:  Service calls for emergency breakdowns may require local travel with a company-provided vehicle.  Occasional after-hours and Saturday work may be required.
More about this job

Responsibilities

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic at Bronte Construction will inspect, repair and maintain heavy equipment and fleet vehicles, including engines, transmissions, hydraulics and electrical systems. The mechanic will road test repaired machines, keep service records and keep the shop safe and clean.

Requirements

Candidates need 5+ years of experience with heavy equipment or heavy trucks, a valid G driver's licence with a clean abstract, and their own hand tools and toolbox. Strong oral and written communication and the ability to work outdoors in harsh weather are also required.

Skills

  • Heavy equipment repair
  • Diesel engine repair
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Pneumatic systems
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Transmission repair
  • Differential repair
  • Turbocharger service
  • Fuel systems
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Diagnostic tools
  • Reading schematics
  • Service manuals
  • Welding
  • Hand and power tools
  • Hydraulic jacks
  • Road testing
  • Record keeping
  • Workplace safety
  • Written communication
  • Oral communication
  • Problem solving

Benefits

  • Health, dental and vision insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • RRSP with company match
  • Yearly training and career development

Categories

  • Manufacturing
  • Trades
  • Transportation
  • Construction

Keywords

  • heavy equipment mechanic
  • heavy duty mechanic
  • diesel mechanic
  • heavy truck mechanic
  • fleet mechanic
  • construction equipment mechanic
  • hydraulics
  • preventive maintenance
  • welding
  • road test
  • service records
  • warranty repairs
  • Oakville
  • Bronte Construction

Seniority

Senior

Perks

  • Retirement plan
  • Wellness program
  • Paid training

Tools

  • Diagnostic tools
  • Test equipment
  • Welding equipment
  • Hydraulic jacks
  • Hand tools
  • Power tools
  • Company vehicle

Languages

  • English

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