Heavy Equipment Field Technician
- NU, Canada
- Central Nunavut, NU, Canada
Competitive wages, paying up to $60 an hour · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- Competitive wages, paying up to $60 an hour
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- Minimum 3 years experience
- Posting language
- English
Original job description
Job Description:
As a Heavy Equipment Mechanic you will play a critical role in ensuring that our fleet of heavy equipment is well-maintained and in optimal working condition.
Responsibilities include:
- Repair and Maintenance: Perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repair on a variety of heavy equipment, including but not limited to bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and graders.
- Routine Inspections: Conduct routine inspections to identify and address potential issues, ensuring the safety and reliability of the equipment.
- Troubleshooting: Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems to pinpoint issues and develop effective solutions.
- Preventive Maintenance: Execute scheduled preventive maintenance tasks to prevent breakdowns and extend the life span of our equipment.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all repairs, inspections, and maintenance activities, as well as parts inventory.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a heavy equipment mechanic, with expertise in diagnosing and repairing a range of heavy equipment.
- Minimum 3 years experience
- Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and other heavy equipment components.
- Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
- Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A commitment to safety and the ability to work safely in a shop environment.
Benefits:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Advancement opportunities within the company.
- A dynamic and supportive work environment.
Compensation:
Competitive wages, paying up to $60 an hour
Shift:
Monday to Friday 8am - 4:30pm
More about this job
Responsibilities
The technician is responsible for performing diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance on heavy equipment such as bulldozers and excavators. They must also maintain accurate documentation of all service activities and parts inventory.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience as a heavy equipment mechanic with strong knowledge of diesel, hydraulic, and electrical systems. Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and the ability to interpret technical manuals and schematics are required.
Skills
- Heavy equipment maintenance
- Diesel engines
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical systems
- Diagnostics
- Troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance
- Blueprint reading
- Schematic interpretation
- Problem-solving
- Analytical skills
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Safety compliance
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan
- Ongoing training
- Professional development opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Trades
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Keywords
- Heavy Equipment
- Mechanic
- Diesel Engines
- Hydraulics
- Electrical Systems
- Bulldozers
- Excavators
- Loaders
- Graders
- Preventive Maintenance
- Diagnostics
- Schematics
- Blueprints
- Construction
- Repair
- Safety