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Heavy Duty Mechanic

I work both in the shop fixing smaller machines and out on job sites repairing large equipment that can’t be moved. Both places are busy and loud, full of tools and engines. It’s hands-on, fast-paced work that keeps agriculture running smoothly.

Heavy Duty Mechanic

Career Overview

  1. 1

    I maintain and repair large machines, including tractors, harvesters, irrigation systems, and processing equipment, ensuring operations run safely and efficiently.

  2. 2

    I take engines and machine parts apart, clean and fix them, then carefully put everything back together to ensure they work properly.

  3. 3

    I diagnose problems by inspecting machines, document what is wrong, check surrounding parts, and make the necessary repairs to prevent future breakdowns.

Potential Salary Range

$46,000 - $96,000 / Annually

Available Provinces

British Columbia British Columbia
Alberta Alberta
Manitoba Manitoba
New Brunswick New Brunswick
Newfoundland & Labrador Newfoundland & Labrador
Northwest Territories Northwest Territories
Nova Scotia Nova Scotia
Nunavut Nunavut
Ontario Ontario
Prince Edward Island Prince Edward Island
Quebec Quebec
Saskatchewan Saskatchewan
Yukon Territories Yukon Territories

Workplace Details

Indoor
Outdoor

Job Requirements & Duties

  • Troubleshoot and identify problems in a variety of agricultural machinery and equipment
  • Repair or replace broken parts to keep machines working efficiently
  • Use computerized diagnostic tools to read error codes and pinpoint issues
  • Test vehicles and equipment after repairs to make sure they operate properly
  • Clean, maintain, and perform routine checks on machinery to prevent breakdowns
  • Understand engines, fuel systems, hydraulics, and electrical systems in many types of agricultural machinery
  • Follow safety procedures and work with teams to complete repairs and keep work sites safe

Education & Training

  • A high school diploma, a technical college diploma, or a full journeyman trade certification is required. Those with journeyman certification can complete the Red Seal exam to become nationally recognized and work anywhere in Canada.

Important Skills

Physical

I do a lot of physical work lifting heavy tools and parts and working with big machinery every day.

Mechanical

I spend most of my time working with equipment and machines, so I enjoy mechanics and feel comfortable around all kinds of agricultural machinery.

Analytical Thinking

When a machine breaks down, I use my analytical thinking to carefully figure out what is wrong by working step by step.

Problem Solving

Once I know the problem, I come up with creative and cost-effective solutions to fix the equipment and keep operations running smoothly.