Mechanic Apprentice Level 1

Battlefield Equipment Rentals

78d•$25 - $25

About The Position

We have an immediate opening for a Mechanic Apprentice Level 1, working out of our Gander branch. This location is a constantly busy, quickly growing facility that operates with a goal-oriented and customer-driven team. As a company that deals constantly in the shifting of large construction equipment, our technician positions are vital to our success.

Requirements

Mechanically Inclined
Ability to adapt to changing responsibilities
Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance
Promotes respect and able to work in a team environment
Enjoy working outdoors under all weather conditions
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Minimum high school diploma
Currently enrolled, or completion of a Post-Secondary Heavy Equipment Technician program

Responsibilities

Work with licensed technicians assisting in daily repairs of equipment;
Identify basic heavy duty equipment power system problems by using critical thinking skills and strategies and by applying fundamental knowledge of heavy-duty equipment operation, components and their interrelationships.
Identify, inspect, and test basic heavy duty equipment engine components and systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
Identify, inspect, and test basic heavy-duty equipment electrical and electronic components and systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
Identify, inspect and test basic power train components and systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
Identify, inspect, test and maintain basic suspension, steering, and brake components and systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
Disassemble and assemble heavy duty equipment components to required specifications by applying workshop skills and knowledge of basic shop practices.
Use a variety of test equipment and schematics to assess basic heavy duty equipment fuel systems, and subsystems.
Apply basic knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics to the testing and inspection of basic heavy duty equipment systems and subsystems.
Use information technology and computer skills to access data concerning repair procedures and manufacturers’ updates.
Prepare logs, records, and documentation to appropriate standards.
Apply business practices and communication skills to improve customer service.
Develop and use personal and professional strategies and plans to improve professional growth, job performance, and work relationships.
Complete all assigned work in compliance with occupational, health, safety, and environmental law; established policies and procedures; codes and regulations; and in accordance with ethical principles.
Perform all work in a safe and timely manner;
Perform other duties as assigned.