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QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's or master’s degree in automotive Mechanics or Industrial Maintenance ;
- 3 to 5 years of experience as a mechanic or maintenance technician for heavy equipment or trucks ;
- Strong knowledge of vehicle mechanics ;
- Team management skills ;
- Technical problem-solving ability for heavy equipment ;
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and vehicle maintenance software ;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills ;
- Ability to work independently ;
- Knowledge of general technical standards is an asset ;
- Familiarity with database usage ;
- Analytical, synthesizing skills with good interpersonal abilities ;
- High moral standards.
Essential Functions
- Supervise preventive and corrective maintenance tasks on vehicles ;
- Diagnose mechanical issues and propose appropriate solutions ;
- Plan and coordinate maintenance operations based on operational needs ;
- Manage and guide the mechanics team, delegate tasks, and enhance personnel skills ;
- Ensure the quality of completed maintenance tasks adheres to safety and performance standards ;
- Oversee spare parts inventory and consumables required for maintenance ;
- Write technical reports on completed interventions and recurring failures ;
- Collaborate with other teams to improve vehicle availability ;
- Diagnose vehicle malfunctions ;
- Use diagnostic tools effectively ;
- Organize and monitor maintenance activities ;
- Propose improvements for equipment safety and performance ;
- Create and implement preventive and curative maintenance schedules ;
- Ensure the proper functioning of machines and tools after repairs ;
- Enforce safety regulations ;
- Design and interpret technical schematics ;
- Research and evaluate new equipment for maintenance use ;
- Conduct technical analyses ;
- Monitor spare parts consumption trends ;
- Maintain cleanliness at the vehicle maintenance site ;
- Handle personnel management tasks, such as evaluating worker performance, managing conflicts, and addressing grievances, which are reported to the Logistics and HR departments ;
- Compile maintenance statistics for recurring failures ;Collect complaints to enhance service quality ;
- Communicate regularly with supervisors to exchange information and find solutions to common problems
- Ensure refueling of generators and forklifts ;
- Send daily vehicle maintenance reports via email to the Maintenance Manager, with a copy reserved for the Logistics Director ;
- Periodically conduct informational and orientation meetings (instruction application) with staff ;
- Ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment and installations ;
- Stay updated on technological advancements in vehicle maintenance and propose improvements.
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