maintenance mechanic

Major Work Area

• Service

• Repair

• Maintenance

• Machine set-up

• Machinery installation

• Overhaul

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

• 1st Period Apprentice

• 3rd Period Apprentice

• Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Trade Certification

Equipment and Machinery Experience

• Pumps and compressors

• High speed packaging equipment

• Hand tools

• Fans and blowers

• Hydraulic system

• Pneumatic system

Additional Skills

• Supervise other workers

• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications

• Coach and instruct apprentices

Area of Specialization

• Start-up and testing

• Rigging and handling

• Computerized alignment

• Bearing, seals and packing

• Troubleshooting

• Shutdown operations

Weight Handling

• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Specific Skills

• Repair or replace defective machinery parts

• Fabricate parts required during overhaul, maintenance or set-up

• Detect and troubleshoot irregularities and malfunctions

• Construct foundations for machinery

• Installing machinery and equipment

• Assembling machinery and equipment (prior to installation)

• Perform routine maintenance work on machinery

• Operate machining tools to fabricate parts

• Operate hoisting and lifting equipment

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check

Own Tools/Equipment

• Tools

• Steel-toed safety boots

• Safety glasses/goggles

Work Site Environment

• Noisy

• Dusty

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Work under pressure

• Handling heavy loads

• Physically demanding

• Attention to detail

• Standing for extended periods

• Bending, crouching, kneeling

• Overtime required

Personal Suitability

• Team player

• Excellent oral communication

• Excellent written communication

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?

• Are you willing to relocate for this position?

• What is your current field of study?

• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

• Are you available for the advertised start date?