Job Description

Work Site Environment

• Outdoors
• Non-smoking
• Dusty
• Hot
• Noisy

Work Setting

• Willing to relocate
• In shop
• On-site customer service

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
• Service attachments and working tools
• Verify and repair emission control systems

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

• Agricultural Equipment Technician Red Seal Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

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

• Cable-operated working attachments
• Hydraulic-operated working attachments
• Compressors
• Pumps
• Electric generators

Mechanical Maintenance and Repair Specialization

• Mechanical transmissions
• Drive trains and final drives
• Hydraulic transmissions
• Power take-offs
• Tracked vehicle suspensions and steering
• Wheel-mounted vehicle suspension and steering
• Differentials
• Brake system

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/Travel Information

• Vehicle supplied by employer
• Willing to travel
• Valid driver's licence
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Public transportation is not available

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Handling heavy loads
• Manual dexterity
• Overtime required
• Sound discrimination
• Standing for extended periods

Weight Handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own Tools/Equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Gloves

Personal Suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Long term benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered retirement savings plan (RRSP)