Job type
PermanentLocation
CANADAProfession
MiningIndustry
Energy, Utilities & MiningPay
Competitive hourly
Heavy Equipment Technician
Heavy Equipment Technician
Your new company
Our client operates at the leading edge of innovation and offers advanced technologies that keep job sites running safely, efficiently and productively - even in extreme conditions. As one of the largest Komatsu dealers in the world, they believe their continued growth is a result of their highly skilled and engaged employees who deliver excellence in the workplace. They serve the construction, forestry, mining & utilities sectors, and are committed to safety as their number one priority. Our client is proud to be recognized with the Associated Equipment Distributors Technician of the Year Award for Canada, 2019.
Due to growth, they are seeking heavy equipment mechanic to join their growing yet established team. As an advocate of lifetime career growth, you will receive training and opportunities for promotion as you grow.
Location
Canada
Your new role
Your team will become like family, and you’ll be working alongside many people who have enjoyed multiyear employment with the company.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Performing assemblies, preventative maintenance, repairs and complete overhauls on heavy equipment.
- Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized or other testing equipment to determine the extent of repair required.
- Make recommendations regarding the extent of repairs and suggest methods of improvement.
- Think logically and keep up with changes in technology.
- Interpret work order and technical manuals.
- Complete job specific reports and paperwork as needed.
- Have a strong awareness and attitude towards workplace health and safety.
- Motivated and able to work in a challenging environment with minimal supervision.
- Work remotely in adverse weather conditions. Job tasks may be physically demanding, lifting up to 50 lbs. Confined space work is required.
What you'll need to succeed
The successful candidate will possess a Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician certification. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Other requirements include:
- Strong commitment to safety
- Experience in repair/maintenance of heavy equipment
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Some positions may require the ability to travel and meet customer site requirements.
- Experience with Komatsu equipment is considered an asset.
- The Interprovincial Red Seal is considered an asset.
- This position requires us to regularly work at our customers’ locations. Below are the current requirements from our customers that all candidates need to be able to complete to gain access to their worksite:
- Pre-employment Medical
- Drug and Alcohol check
- Drivers Abstract
- Employment Verification
What you'll get in return
Our client is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, offering competitive wages (all are over $45/hr for those qualified), comprehensive benefits, learning opportunities, apprenticeship programs, company matched RRSP and more! Perks include discount programs, a wellness program, a social club and free parking. You will benefit from personal growth and add to your skills through regular OEM training on industry-leading equipment.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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