About this role
Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. 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. 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. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Agricultural Equipment Technician Red Seal 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. Telescopic ladder. Electric generators. Industrial lift trucks and fork-lifts. 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. Highway vehicle tires and wheels. Off-road vehicle tires and wheels. Differentials. Brake system. Security and safety: Bondable. Driving record check (abstract). Driver's validity licence check. Transportation/travel information: Vehicle supplied by employer. Willing to travel. Valid driver's licence. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Physically demanding. Attention to detail. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Hand-eye co-ordination. Manual dexterity. Standing for extended periods. Own tools/equipment: Tools. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Dependability. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Judgement. Reliability. Team player. Organized. Screening questions: Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Employment terms options: Early morning. Evening. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Night. Weekend. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits.