Our client needs a mechanic for heavy-duty trucks and equipment. The ideal candidate must have a strong understanding of mechanical systems and how they interact with one another and must have practical experience on how to diagnose problems quickly and accurately for repair or replacement of parts as needed.
Responsibilities
Performing repairs on all heavy-duty trucks and other mining equipment.
Inspecting equipment to ensure that it is safe to use, performing maintenance on machines as needed, and troubleshooting problems with equipment operation
Diagnosing problems with equipment to determine causes and solutions
Maintaining equipment performance by performing regular maintenance checks, including oil changes, tire rotation, and fluid levels
Performing repairs on engines, transmissions, differentials, brakes, steering systems, clutches, hydraulics, and other components
Installing new equipment such as engines and transmissions, or removing old equipment and replacing it with new components
Repairing and replacing parts such as engines, brakes, wheels, axles, bearings, transmission assemblies, electrical wiring, hydraulic hoses, and sheet metal panels
Performing preventative maintenance such as lubricating moving parts or greasing machinery
Requirements
Interested candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in relevant fields with 3 - 5 years work experience.
Proven experience as a heavy-duty mechanic
Ability to understand and apply mechanical principles to solve problems
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals
Ability to troubleshoot and repair heavy equipment.