heavy-duty equipment mechanic

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Tasks:

1. Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
2. Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required
3. Order parts and maintain inventory
4. Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
5. Keep maintenance reports and documentation
6. Welding experience
7. Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications
8. Attach components and adjust new farm equipment
9. Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
10. Perform repair work on heavy trucks
11. Service attachments and working tools
12. Verify and repair emission control systems

Diesel engine repair specialization:

1. Cooling system
2. Lubrication system

Powered equipment repair specialization:

1. Hydraulic-operated working attachments

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization: