The Ottawa International Airport Authority (Authority) is accepting applications for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic.

Reporting to the Head Fleet Maintenance, the successful candidate will provide maintenance and repair services for the upkeep of the Authority fleet of maintenance equipment. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• Perform routine maintenance checks on a wide variety of *equipment to ensure proper and reliable operation
• Resolve problems reported by Heavy Equipment Operators
• Perform a full range of overhaul and repair work on light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles
• Make diagnoses and assessments of mechanical failure by using specialized testing equipment
• Troubleshoot, adjust, and align parts and system components
• Conduct road tests and final inspections of equipment to ensure proper performance
• Maintain provincial trade certification, technical knowledge and other qualifications
• Participate in maintenance/skills training programs
• Prepare accurate and detailed vehicle and equipment inspection reports
• Perform inventory checks and recommend acquisition of supplies
• Perform other duties and/or responsibilities as assigned 

*equipment – snow blower, runway sweeper, articulating loader, grader, single and tandem dump truck equipped with plow, wing and towed sweeper, tractor, street sweeper, front-end loader, backhoe, farm type tractor, line painting, mower (numerous types), sand spreader, decelerometer, snow roller, brush cutter, pressure washer, hydraulic lift, air compressor, generator, weed-eater and welder.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS 

• EDUCATION
  • Class “310-T” mechanics certificate
• EXPERIENCE
  • A minimum of three (3) years repairing and overhauling gasoline and diesel powered light and heavy mobile equipment (including dump trucks, tandems, graders and plows, etc of more than 5 tonnes)
  • Electric welding
  • Electrical accessory installation and troubleshooting
  • Principles of repair and overhaul of light/heavy mobile equipment including gasoline/diesel power plants and related components i.e. chassis, power train, fuel exhaust, electrical steering brake and auxiliary hydraulic systems and auxiliary hydraulic systems and their components
  • Knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions of the trade
  • Airside vehicle operating procedures
  • Safety awareness
  • Read and interpret repair manuals, technical documents, and wiring diagrams
  • Prepare accurate and clear work orders
  • Safe use of tools, machines, and equipment common to the automotive or heavy-duty mechanical trade
  • Making sound decisions and problem-solving
  • Work independently and assess priorities
  • Have a high attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
  • Adapt to changing assignments and operational needs.
  • Demonstrate effective interpersonal and teamwork skills, and a professional and positive attitude that supports strong working relationships
  • Take initiative on new assignments
• LANGUAGE
  • Good oral and written communications skills in English

ASSETS

• Class “421-A” Heavy Duty Mechanic’s Licence
• Class “425-A” Agricultural Equipment Technician
• Air brake endorsement
• Forklift inspection and repair
• Bilingualism (English and French) 

ABOUT THE POSITION 

Job requirements

• Have a valid driver’s license (Class G or equivalent)
• Provide a driver’s abstract (issued within the last month)
• Obtain a security clearance check for an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)

To explore this opportunity, please send your resume to [email protected].

The Authority is committed to the principles of Employment Equity and to achieving a workforce that is representative of the diversity of the Canadian population. We strongly encourage candidates to self-identify if they are Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, or members of visible minorities.