Field Technician (Heavy Equipment)
- Fort McMurray, AB, Canada
The base pay range for this role is: $69.96 to $78.86 per hour depending on experience. · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- The base pay range for this role is: $69.96 to $78.86 per hour depending on experience.
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- At least 5 years of heavy equipment or automotive repair experience in a related industry
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Leavitt Machinery is one of the fastest growing material handling equipment dealerships in North America. With an entrepreneurial spirit, mission-driven approach, and customer-focused mindset, Leavitt has achieved consistent growth over the past 25 years. With a focus on learning and continuous improvement, we are proud to invest in our people and offer a progressive and flexible work culture where you can develop and advance your career while focusing on meaningful work.
The Opportunity
Leavitt Machinery is looking for a mechanically skilled Field Technician (Heavy Equipment) to join our Service team in Fort McMurray, Alberta. Reporting to the Service Manager, the Field Technician will be assigned to a variety of machinery repair tasks required by our loyal customers.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
As a Field Technician your key responsibilities will include:
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge, and competencies:
Leavitt Machinery is proud to offer competitive compensation and flexible benefits coverage for all eligible employees, including an employer matching RRSP plan:
This is an onsite role based in Fort McMurray, Alberta.
Leavitt Machinery would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition for an interview. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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The Opportunity
Leavitt Machinery is looking for a mechanically skilled Field Technician (Heavy Equipment) to join our Service team in Fort McMurray, Alberta. Reporting to the Service Manager, the Field Technician will be assigned to a variety of machinery repair tasks required by our loyal customers.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
As a Field Technician your key responsibilities will include:
- Diagnosing, repairing, and completing routine maintenance and safety inspections on a variety of material handling equipment and machinery
- Maintaining effective and consistent communication with the Service Dispatcher regarding ongoing Service jobs, and completing assigned tasks in a timely manner
- Discussing Service job details with customers and communicating a clear understanding of the job scope and repair requirements
- Communicating with the Parts department via phone and email to ensure required parts are ordered, and preparing required parts before visiting job sites
- Maintaining proper documentation where needed, including work order forms and warranty paperwork
- Reporting any safety incidents promptly and adhering to all safety policies
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge, and competencies:
- At least 5 years of heavy equipment or automotive repair experience in a related industry
- Provincial Heavy Duty or Automotive Journeyperson’s ticket or a Relevant Red Seal Trade Certification
- Experience with hydraulics and diagnosing and servicing electric engines is a strong asset
- Previous aerial platform and lift truck experience an asset
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to partner effectively with external customers and internal stakeholders
- Excellent problem-solving skills and strong aptitude for learning and applying mechanical and technical concepts
- Strong work ethic and a positive attitude
- High school diploma
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to customer sites in the region is required
Leavitt Machinery is proud to offer competitive compensation and flexible benefits coverage for all eligible employees, including an employer matching RRSP plan:
- Company paid medical health care plan for you and your dependents
- Dental plan, vision plan, and prescription drug coverage
- Annual health care spending account
- Life insurance, short term disability, and travel insurance
- Sick leave plan – 100% employer paid
- Employee assistance programs
- RRSP matching
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
This is an onsite role based in Fort McMurray, Alberta.
Leavitt Machinery would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition for an interview. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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More about this job
Responsibilities
Diagnose, repair, maintain, and perform safety inspections on material handling equipment and machinery at customer sites. Coordinate service work with dispatch, customers, and the parts department, complete required documentation, and promptly report safety incidents.
Requirements
Requires at least five years of related heavy equipment or automotive repair experience, along with a provincial Heavy Duty or Automotive Journeyperson ticket or relevant Red Seal trade certification. Candidates must have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and the ability to travel to regional customer sites; hydraulics and electric engine experience are strong assets.
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Repair
- Automotive Repair
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Equipment Diagnostics
- Preventive Maintenance
- Safety Inspections
- Hydraulics
- Electric Engine Servicing
- Customer Communication
- Service Coordination
- Parts Ordering
- Work Order Documentation
- Warranty Documentation
- Problem-Solving
- Safety Compliance
- Aerial Platform and Lift Truck Servicing
Benefits
- Employer-Paid Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- Health Care Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Travel Insurance
- Paid Sick Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employer-Matched RRSP
- Professional Development Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Trades
- Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Transportation
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Material Handling Equipment
- Heavy Equipment
- Automotive Repair
- Heavy Duty Journeyperson
- Automotive Journeyperson
- Red Seal Certification
- Hydraulics
- Electric Engines
- Aerial Platforms
- Lift Trucks
- Equipment Diagnostics
- Machinery Repair
- Routine Maintenance
- Safety Inspections
- Service Dispatch
- Customer Service
- Parts Ordering
- Work Orders
- Warranty Paperwork
- Safety Policies
- Field Service
- Fort McMurray
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- 14/14 Rotation
- Day Shift