diesel mechanic

Diesel Engine Repair Specialization

• Major internal engine repairs or overhaul
• Installation and alignment of engines and machinery
• Air conditioning system
• Fuel injection system
• Engine control system
• Lubrication system
• Cooling system
• Exhaust system

Additional Skills

• Keep maintenance reports and documentation
• Order parts and maintain inventory

Weight Handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Specific Skills

• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
• Service attachments and working tools
• Verify and repair emission control systems
• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers’ specifications

Powered Equipment Repair Specialization

• Pumps
• Industrial lift trucks and fork-lifts
• Hydraulic-operated working attachments
• Electric generators
• Compressors
• Cable-operated working attachments

Security and Safety

• Driver’s validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Own Tools/Equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Work Site Environment

• Noisy
• Dusty
• Cold/refrigerated
• Non-smoking

Transportation/Travel Information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver’s licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Overtime required

Mechanical Maintenance and Repair Specialization

• Wheel-mounted vehicle suspension and steering
• Tracked vehicle suspensions and steering
• Power take-offs
• Off-road vehicle tires and wheels
• Mechanical transmissions
• Hydraulic transmissions
• Highway vehicle tires and wheels
• Drive trains and final drives
• Differentials
• Brake system

Personal Suitability

• Flexibility
• Accurate
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication
• Dependability
• Judgement
• Reliability