Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentice Full Time

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Own Tools/Equipment

Tools, Steel-toed safety boots

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Physically demanding, Attention to detail, Hand-eye co-ordination, Bending, crouching, kneeling, Handling heavy loads

Personal Suitability

Reliability, Team player, Flexibility, Excellent oral communication, Dependability

Diesel Engine Repair Specialization

Fuel injection system, Exhaust system, Cooling system, Lubrication system, Engine control system, Major internal engine repairs or overhaul, Installation and alignment of engines and machinery

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

Powered Equipment Repair Specialization

Cable-operated working attachments, Hydraulic-operated working attachments, Compressors, Pumps, Industrial lift trucks and fork-lifts

Specific Skills

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, Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers’ specifications, Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work, Service attachments and working tools, Verify and repair emission control systems

Weight Handling

Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

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

3rd Period Apprentice, 4th Period Apprentice, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Job Type: Full-time

Additional pay:

Overtime pay

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed