Specialist, Electromechanics Jobs

Job Title: SPECIALIST, ELECTROMECHANICS

Business Function: Plant Maintenance

Primary City: Richmond

Province: British Columbia

Employment Status: Permanent

Language Requirement: English Essential

Salary: $34.63/hr.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Electromechanical Specialist is primarily responsible for providing preventive and corrective maintenance of electromechanical aspects of all types of postal equipment to ensure its good working order and continued operation. This includes all phases of maintenance: troubleshooting, testing, repair and monitoring of electromechanical aspects of mail processing and handling equipment. Is also responsible for maintenance of associated electrical and electronic portions of systems.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Below are the main job requirements and responsibilities for the Specialist, Electro mechanics.

1. Performs the preventive and corrective maintenance of electromechanical and associated electronic aspects of all types of postal equipment work to ensure the safe and correct operation of the equipment: this includes testing, diagnosis, maintenance, cleaning, lubrication, adjustment and revision work, rebuilding or modifying parts as necessary. Reads schematics, drawings, wiring diagrams and specifications in locating and correcting potential or existing malfunctions and failures. Job requires a thorough knowledge of mail processing and associated equipment, maintenance and technologies and the ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including working at heights.

2. Recommends changes in preventive maintenance procedures and practices to provide the proper level of maintenance; assists in the revision of preventive maintenance checklists and the frequency of performing preventive maintenance tasks. In instances of serious equipment failures, conducts investigations to determine the cause of the breakdown and to recommend remedial action to prevent recurrence.

3. Initiates work orders requesting corrective actions for below standard conditions; assists in the estimating of time and materials required, and measures and/or lays out work for major or difficult jobs to efficiently utilize labor and materials.

4. Observes established safety practices and requirements pertaining to the type of work involved; recommends additional safety measures as required. Advises Operations personnel on safe and effective operating procedures for the equipment/systems in use.

5. Maintains documentation relative to the work performed using the Computerized

Maintenance Management system. Reports the circumstances surrounding equipment

failures, and recommends measures for their correction. Updates work orders with

comments, findings, and actions taken for work performed.

6. Uses necessary hand and power tools, and mechanical, electrical and electronic

gauging devices, instruments, test equipment and predictive technologies if required.

Duties also require the use of motorized lifting equipment, specialized equipment for

work at heights or other types of tools or equipment to perform preventive or corrective

work activities.

7. In the absence of the store person, retrieves and obtains items used in support of

maintenance and repair duties from stores.

8. Participates in training programs in the classroom, on-the-job on or off site as required.

9. Performs other job related tasks in support of primary duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Completion (at minimum) of a 2 year post-secondary program in either a mechanical

or electro-mechanical field (these trades/programs could include industrial mechanic,

millwright, mechanical technician/technologist). DEC in Quebec.

Experience:

Two years of experience (within the last five years) in the maintenance and repair of a

variety of mechanical or electro-mechanical systems and equipment, or a diploma per

educational requirements above funded by Canada Post in the last five years.

Language:

As per the language requirements for the position.

Knowledge of:

Testing, diagnosis and adjusting of mechanical or electro-mechanical systems and

equipment.

Understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and principals.

Basic understanding of electronics and electrical systems and principles.

Physical Abilities:

Must be able to exercise physical effort in lifting heavy equipment and tools and

perform maintenance routines under a variety of conditions including cramped

spaces, heights and other awkward positions.

Skills & Abilities:

1. Operate a computer and use programs such as Windows and MS Office.
2. Recommend changes in prevention maintenance procedures and practices.
3. Conduct investigations to determine cause of breakdowns and recommend remedial

action to prevent recurrences.

4.Troubleshoot.

5.Initiate work orders requesting corrective actions.

6.Reports on circumstances surrounding equipment failures, and recommends

measures for corrective actions.

7.Educate other personnel on safe and effective operating procedures for the

equipment/systems in use.

Employment Equity

Canada Post will represent Canada’s diversity and provide a safe and welcoming workplace that embraces and celebrates our differences.

We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities.

Conflict of Interest

The Conflict of Interest Policy prohibits employees from hiring, supervising or reporting to, directly or indirectly via the reporting hierarchy, their immediate family or close personal relations. Should you feel that you may be in an actual or potential Conflict of Interest in regard to this job opportunity, you must communicate with the designated Human Resources representative.

Accommodation

Canada Post is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you are contacted by Canada Post regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you have any restrictions that need to be accommodated. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Important Message

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as Canada Post cannot make assumptions about your education and experience. We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Leadership Behaviors

Decision Making – A champion of the organization who takes calculated risks and makes prudent, common sense decisions about current issues, future opportunities and resource requirements in a timely, well thought out manner, that aligns with the corporation's best interests.

Accountability – An individual who strives for performance excellence and who holds him/herself and direct reports accountable for decisions and actions and for learning from mistakes when intended results are not achieved.

Business Orientation – A proactive individual who understands the competitive nature of the business, and is committed to sustaining the business through excellent customer service and new business opportunities.

Execution – A focused and self-motivated individual who acts with a sense of urgency and delivers on time and within budget, by dealing effectively with challenges and ambiguous situations.

Leading People – A compelling communicator and leader who engages, motivates and inspires others to achieve results and who encourages personal growth and finding better ways of doing things.

Our Values

We value diversity as an essential part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future. We believe that attracting, developing, and retaining people who reflect the diversity of Canada is essential to our success because this matters to all communities and customers we serve.

Canada Post’s corporate values reflect the principles, beliefs and aspirations that guide our behavior and shape our culture.

Safety – We are committed to a safe and healthy environment for all our stakeholders.

Customer – We serve Canadians with pride and passion.

Respect – We treat each other with fairness and respect.

Integrity – We act responsibly and with integrity.

Transformation – We will innovate and transform to win in the marketplace.