lift truck mechanic
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About the role
Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. Work site environment: Cold/refrigerated. Work setting: Repair. Tasks: Adjust, repair or replace electrical system parts. Adjust, repair or replace mechanical system parts. Diagnose and isolate faults on engines. Discuss work with supervisor. Document your inspection and tests made on engines. Estimate repair costs. Read blueprints to determine work requirements . Instruct apprentices. Perform scheduled maintenance and service. Repair and rebuild hoisting mechanism and other mechanical systems on industrial trucks and forklifts. Test and adjust repaired equipment for proper performance. Maintain, repair, test and install electrical motors, generators, alternators, industrial storage batteries and hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems. Install electrical distribution and transmission systems. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Powered lift truck technician. Equipment and machinery experience: Industrial lift trucks and fork-lifts. Power tools. Area of specialization: Forklift. Hydraulic. Troubleshooting/diagnostic. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Driving record check (abstract). Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Manual dexterity. Attention to detail. Hand-eye co-ordination. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Physically demanding. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Fast-paced environment. Standing for extended periods. Own tools/equipment: Tools. Steel-toed safety boots. Personal suitability: Accurate. Excellent oral communication. Organized. Team player. Efficient interpersonal skills. Judgement. Reliability. Resourcefulness. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Are you available for shift or on-call work?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Do you live near the job location?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?. Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years. Employment terms options: Day. Workplace information: On the road job. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Financial benefits: Life insurance. Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Other benefits: Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP). Transportation provided by employer. Parking available.