How to Apply

You MUST apply at by August 2.

This posting is for 2+ openings and your application will be considered for ALL of them!

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The Challenge

We are hiring skilled automotive and heavy equipment mechanics to join our Halifax Equipment Shop team to do semi-skilled and skilled small engine, automotive, and heavy equipment work.

In this role, you will:

• Perform skilled small engine, automotive, and heavy equipment repairs.
• Service, inspect, repair, rebuild, and diagnose mechanical systems for gasoline, diesel, and alternative-powered engines/equipment. Your work will range from routine inspections and service to highly complex mechanical systems analysis using advanced diagnostic instruments and software.
• Conduct parts/systems failure analysis.
• Calibrate, adjust, and operate engine analyzers.
• Routinely determine materials, techniques, and tools to accomplish work assignments that vary in complexity depending on the type of mechanical system and ancillary components/equipment.
• Perform a variety of recurring and non-recurring work, such as electrical, suspension, brake system repairs, and fitting/repairing more complex ancillary and specialized equipment.
• Consult with senior technicians or a supervisor on complex assignments.

What You Bring

• A complete set of mechanic tools.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on 1+ of the following: light, medium, heavy-duty trucks, and heavy equipment.
• Experience diagnosing electrical systems and proper wiring repair.
• Hydraulic system repair experience, including component replacement and hoses.
• Ability to repair and maintain automotive and heavy equipment.
• Skills to diagnose problems using diagnostic equipment.
• You can prepare paperwork essential to employment and equipment repair.
• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to safely operate equipment for testing.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors.
• A commitment to providing safe working environment by leading by example.
• Ability to read/interpret Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals, read schematics, diagrams, and sketches.
• Strength to move relatively heavy objects and perform heavy lifting.
• Safety toe shoes.
• Class A Commercial Driver's License with "N" endorsement. (If you don't have this yet, you can still apply and get it through our on-the-job training within 360 days of hire.)

Notes

You will be required to work during inclement weather, such as snow, ice, tornadoes, hurricanes, etc. that can lead to working extended daily hours, weekends, and holidays.