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    Heavy duty mechanic - agricultural

    Western Tractor Company Inc.

    Heavy duty mechanic - agricultural

    Western Tractor Company Inc. Taber, Alberta

    Transportation and vehicles
    Reference : 40696932
    Posted 3 week(s) ago | Still Open
    Permanent Full time As soon as possible

    Description



    - Work Term: Permanent

    - Work Language: English

    - Hours: 40 to 50 hours per week

    - Education: Other trades certificate or diploma

    - Experience: 5 years or more

    - Mechanics and repairers, general
    - Diesel mechanics technology/technician
    - or equivalent experience
    Work site environment- Non-smoking
    - Dusty
    - Noisy
    Work setting- Willing to relocate
    - In shop
    - On-site customer service
    - Relocation costs covered by employer
    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
    - 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
    Instrument experience- Mechanical
    Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization- Mechanical transmissions
    - Drive trains and final drives
    - Hydraulic transmissions
    - Power take-offs
    - Tracked vehicle suspensions and steering
    - 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- Own transportation
    - Valid driver's licence
    - Travel expenses paid by employer
    Work conditions and physical capabilities- Physically demanding
    - Attention to detail
    - Bending, crouching, kneeling
    - Hand-eye co-ordination
    - Handling heavy loads
    - Manual dexterity
    - Overtime required
    - Sound discrimination
    - Standing for extended periods
    Weight handling- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
    Own tools/equipment- Tools
    - Steel-toed safety boots
    - Gloves
    Personal suitability- Accurate
    - Client focus
    - Dependability
    - Excellent oral communication
    - Flexibility
    - Judgement
    - Reliability
    - Team player
    - Organized
    Screening questions- Are you available for shift or on-call work?
    - Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
    - Are you willing to relocate for this position?
    - Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
    - Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
    - Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
    - What is the highest level of study you have completed?
    Health benefits- Dental plan
    - Disability benefits
    - Health care plan
    - Paramedical services coverage
    Financial benefits- Group insurance benefits
    - Life insurance
    - Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
    Long term benefits- Long-term care insurance
    - Maternity and parental benefits
    - Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)
    Other benefits- Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
    - Free parking available
    - Learning/training paid by employer
    - Other benefits
    - Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
    - Team building opportunities
    - Parking available





    Salary: $35.00 to $45.00 hourly (to be negotiated)

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