Heavy-duty equipment mechanic

Smook Contractors Ltd in Thompson, MB is seeking a self-motivated Heavy-duty equipment mechanic. We are looking for a candidate with strong interpersonal skills to start as soon as possible. This is a Permanent employment or Full time position. Shift timings include: Overtime required, Day, Weekend, Overtime available.

Job Description

• The candidate must instruct apprentices.
• The candidate must troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions.
• The candidate must diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required.
• The candidate must order parts and maintain inventory.
• The candidate must adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts.
• The candidate must keep maintenance reports and documentation.
• The candidate must test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications.
• The candidate must clean, lubricate, and perform other maintenance work.
• The candidate must perform repair work on heavy trucks.
• The candidate must service attachments and working tools.
• The candidate must assist process and machine operators in mineral ore and metal processing.
• The candidate must perform other routine maintenance.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must hold a certificate or diploma in a related trade.
• The candidate must have 3 to less than 5 years of experience in a related field.
• The candidate must be able to handle a weight of up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
• The candidate must be accurate.
• The candidate must be dependable.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate must be flexible.
• The candidate must have good judgement skills.
• The candidate must be reliable.
• The candidate must be a good team player.
• The candidate must be well-organized.

Work Site Environment

• The candidate will be required to work long hours in an outdoor environment.
• The work environment is smoke-free.
• The candidate must be able to work in dusty conditions.
• The work site environment is noisy, and the candidate must be able to work with complete concentration even in such conditions.

Work Setting

• The candidate should work in staff accommodation that offers live-in accommodation when an employer provides a housing offer to its employees.
• The candidate should work in various locations when employees are scattered across different worksites.
• The candidate must work in a service environment, performing job duties within the setting, social interactions, and physical conditions required by the role.
• The candidate must focus on repair work, restoring damaged, deteriorated, or broken items to good condition.
• The candidate should be involved in the maintenance, repair, and maintenance of machines, mechanical equipment, and buildings.
• The candidate should work on an overhaul to renovate thoroughly, making significant changes to repair.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate should have an eye for detail.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
• The candidate must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
• The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
• The candidate must be able to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.
• The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods.

Security and Safety

• The candidate must undergo a criminal record check.
• The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate must be willing to travel.
• The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.

Benefits

• The candidate will receive a dental plan covering expenses for dental treatments and procedures.
• The candidate will receive a health care plan, providing coverage for medical and surgical expenses.
• The candidate will receive vision care benefits, covering or reducing the cost of eye exams and medical eye care.
• The candidate will receive group insurance benefits from the employer, extending coverage to their dependants, including spouses, children, and parents.
• The selected candidate will receive life insurance to provide financial support to their loved ones in the event of their passing.
• The candidate will receive a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) that enables them to save for retirement.
• The candidate should receive other benefits, such as any accrued compensation or advantage of the executive other than accrued compensation payable on or after termination of employment under a plan, policy, or company program.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By email

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By fax

2046772620

By mail

101 Hayes Road
Thompson, MB
R8N 1M3

In person

101 Hayes Road
Thompson, MB
R8N 1M3
Between 07:00 a.m. and 04:00 p.m.

• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?