Journeyman/Woman Heavy Equipment Technician

Fleet Brake Parts and Service Ltd. is one of North America’s fastest growing and largest independent distributors and marketers of heavy-duty parts and services. We have 14 locations spread from British Columbia to the Atlantic and have a proven track record. Our organization is powered by effective leadership, progressive strategies, and industry-leading best practices. More importantly, Fleet Brake is driven by talented, customer-focused people who value strong work ethics, innovation, and quality.

We are currently looking for a Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technicianat our Lethbridge, AB Branch who is self-driven and puts quality and customers first. Being a team player and working with others will be a key role in your success with Fleet Brake.

Fleet Brake offers

Competitive wages

Excellent Benefit Package

Retirement Pension Plan

Boot Allowance and Tool Allowance

In-house training from leading suppliers

Opportunity for growth

Safe work environment

On-call incentive

Education Assistance Program

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service
• Ensure quality control throughout the repair process
• Provide routine maintenance/service, CVIPs, and inspections
• Perform diagnostics for shop & customers-mechanical, electrical, computer.
• Maintain a high level of productivity at all times
• Instruct and assist apprentices.
• Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents/injuries in a timely manner to the supervisor to facilitate prompt correction or reporting.
• Move customer units in and out of the shop safely and efficiently Services, maintains, overhauls, and repairs all buses, trucks, and Heavy Equipment.
• Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs electrical problems.
• Operates all power and hand tools of the trade.
• Maintains working areas in a clean and safe condition.
• Conduct continuous training of new and existing employees on proper industry practices.
• Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology and repair techniques.
• Keep employee morale high through encouragement
• Any other duties assigned by the supervisor not far outside my expertise and training

Qualifications:

• Journeyman “Red Seal” status preferred
• Knowledge of operating principles of diesel engines, transmissions, and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of standard practices, methods, tools, and equipment relating to mechanical maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of Provincial standards and requirements relative to operation and maintenance of heavy-duty equipment.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions and procedures.
• Knowledge of electronic troubleshooting.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well within a diverse team.
• Excellent problem-solving, organization, and multi-tasking skills.
• Capable of working independently, as well as, in a team environment. Adept at efficiently and effectively working unsupervised.
• Attention to detail with good hand-eye coordination.
• Capable of working in a physically demanding multi-tasking work environment.
• Demonstrate high attention to detail, be extremely organized, and can reliably document failures and repairs.
• Exposure to noise, dust, odors, fumes, and oils may occur.
• Possible on-call

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Store discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

• Hevy Duty Mechanic: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Red Seal (preferred)
• Driving Licence (preferred)