Job description Forklift Mechanic in the Northern Region

Find out what work is like for a forklift mechanic in Canada. This work description is applicable to all Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics (NOC 72423).

Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics

Description

Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics test, repair and service motorcycles, motor scooters, snowmobiles, outboard motors, forklifts and all-terrain vehicles. They are employed by service shops of motorcycle dealers and retailers and by independent service establishments. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

Job duties

Here are some of the main activities and tasks that Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle and other related mechanics have to perform, and some of the physical demands they involve:

  • Review work orders and discuss work to be performed with supervisor
  • Inspect and test engine and other mechanical components using test devices to diagnose and isolate faults
  • Adjust, repair or replace mechanical or electrical system parts and components using hand tools and equipment
  • Test and adjust repaired systems for proper performance
  • Perform scheduled maintenance service on equipment
  • Advise customers on work performed and general condition of equipment
  • Repair or replace electrical wiring, plumbing, propane gas lines, appliances, windows, doors, cabinets and structural frames in recreational vehicles
  • Determine estimates of repair cost
  • May repair and rebuild hoisting mechanism and other mechanical systems on industrial trucks and forklifts.

Physical demands

Physical demands are the physical activities that the job requires the worker to do. Physical demands are selected according to the likeliness that workers will have to perform them for at least half of the time they spend at work.

Work environment

The work environment refers to the physical setting in which people work. The characteristics and conditions of the work environment are selected according to the likeliness that workers will be exposed to them at least once a week.

Physical proximity from others

Physical proximity from others refers to the physical distance between individuals in the workplace. The likeliness that the job requires to perform tasks while being physically close to other people is rated on a scale with 3 levels: "Somewhat close", "Close" and "Very close".

Related job titles

Here are some other related job titles that are found in the same occupational category (NOC 72423), and a list of similar occupations:

  • all-terrain vehicle repairer
  • forklift mechanic
  • industrial truck repairer
  • lift truck mechanic
  • motor boat mechanic
  • motor scooter repairer
  • motorcycle mechanic
  • motorcycle mechanic apprentice
  • outboard motor mechanic
  • recreation vehicle technician
  • snowmobile repairer

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Sources Occupational and Skills Information System & National Occupational Classification

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