Overview

Languages

English

Education

- Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

- Noisy

Responsibilities

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
- 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

- Truck and Coach Service Licence (310T)
- Commercial Vehicle Inspection Certificate

Experience and specialization

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

- Drive trains and final drives
- Wheel-mounted vehicle suspension and steering
- Highway vehicle tires and wheels
- Differentials
- Brake system





Additional information

Security and safety

- Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

- Own transportation
- Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Own tools/equipment

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

Personal suitability

- Accurate
- Dependability
- Excellent oral communication
- Flexibility
- Judgement
- Reliability
- Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits

Financial perks

- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

- Long-term care insurance
- Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

- Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
- Free parking available
- Learning/training paid by employer
- On-site amenities
- On-site recreation and activities
- Other benefits
- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
- Parking available
- Travel insurance
- Wellness program

📌 Heavy-duty equipment mechanic (Winnipeg)
🏢 Bison Transport
📍 Winnipeg