Luxury Bus Mechanic at Ekesons Bros Nig. Ltd

Job Description

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts;using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Education/Related Experience

• A Post-secondary Degree/Diploma and or related experience in heavy duty maintenance field is an asset. Understanding of mining equipment and shop scheduling.
• 5 to 10 years of maintenance related experience is an asset.
• Have a good understanding of maintenance facility flow along with a strong understanding of parts inventory flow, systems and supplier base specific to mine utility equipment and minewinches and tuggers.

Others:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skill
• Self-started who can work within a team environment
• Some travel is expected
• Can work flexible hours when required
• Report writing and presentation skills
• Can supervise a team of mechanics and shop labours
• Can work with maintenance planning dept. and shop personnel to ensure maintenance performance and requirements are completed.