Fleet Mechanic

Scotts Miracle-Gro•Glenelg Parish, NB

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Duty Mechanic role repairs and maintains a variety of heavy equipment including heavy trucks, trailers, forklifts, container carriers, backhoes, trenchers, loaders and skid steers and associated equipment. The Heavy Equipment Mechanic repairs, troubleshoots, adjusts, overhauls and maintains heavy mobile equipment required for site and peat harvesting work and operations. The Plant Operator may be required to work on holidays and weekends from time to time.

Requirements

College diploma in heavy vehicle mechanics or relevant work experience
Must be experienced in major system repairs, with a minimum of 3 years experience
Ability to read and understand schematics, blueprints and technical drawings
Specialized knowledge and skills in the repair and maintenance of diesel and heavy motor vehicles
Ability to replace major components and parts of engineering and construction equipment
Practical understanding of hydraulic theory, gearing and transmission
Certification and experience with automotive air conditioning
Familiarity with electronics, ability to read blueprints or use electronic diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot repairs
Ability to stand, sit, walk, stoop, crouch, kneel, push and pull
Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds or twenty-three (23) kilos
Assist in lifting up to one hundred (100) pounds or forty-five (45) kilograms
Some equipment may be extremely heavy and will require a great deal of strength to move or handle
Must have very good manual dexterity, and excellent hand-eye coordination
Able to work in indoor and outdoor conditions and be exposed to dust, fumes and gases from running engines
Valid driving licence
Living and working conditions at the duty station could be remote and uncomfortable. Long hours, exposure to weather conditions is dangerous. Staff must be aware of the need to relocate at short notice and in adverse conditions.

Responsibilities

Perform heavy equipment maintenance activities including installation, repair, troubleshooting, diagnostics and preventive maintenance
Disassemble and reassemble engines and mechanical units to inspect and diagnose parts using computerized test equipment, calibration devices, gauges, etc
Repair and overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment
Repair air conditioning systems
Calibrate load monitoring indicators to ensure safe and reliable lifts
Rebuild hydraulic cylinders, valves, planetary drive units, suspensions, springs, bushings and centre pivots
Replace seals and bearings, axle brakes and crane rigging
Provide input and data for processing work orders, invoices, equipment repair records and activity reports
Comply with all established safety policies and standards, including the identification, use and proper procedures for handling or disposal of hazardous waste
Performs recovery operations as required
Act as a point of contact for maintenance issues in the absence of the maintenance supervisor or foreman
Carry out any additional duties as assigned