Tractor Mechanic

Job summary

The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining farm equipment and heavy trucks using computerized testing tools. Responsibilities also include instructing apprentices, managing parts inventory, and performing welding and lubrication tasks.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience Experience 1 year to less than 2 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work setting Willing to relocate 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 Order parts and maintain inventory Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts Keep maintenance reports and documentation Welding experience 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 Assist process and machine operators in mineral ore and metal processing Perform other routine maintenance Additional information Transportation/travel information Own transportation Work conditions and physical capabilities Physically demanding Attention to detail Bending, crouching, kneeling Hand-eye co-ordination Handling heavy loads Manual dexterity Sound discrimination Standing for extended periods Own tools/equipment Steel-toed safety boots Personal suitability Accurate Client focus Dependability Excellent oral communication Flexibility Judgement Reliability Team player Organized

What you’ll do

The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining farm equipment and heavy trucks using computerized testing tools. Responsibilities also include instructing apprentices, managing parts inventory, and performing welding and lubrication tasks.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent experience and between 1 to 2 years of relevant experience. The position requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the possession of own tools and transportation.

Listed skills

• Manual dexterity · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Troubleshooting
• Equipment Inspection
• Computerized Diagnostics
• Inventory Management
• Welding
• Equipment Testing
• Farm Equipment Adjustment
• Lubrication
• Heavy Truck Repair
• Emission Control Systems
• Routine Maintenance
• Manual Dexterity

Job areas

• Trades
• Agriculture
• Manufacturing
• Transportation