Field Service Technican - James Electric

WolseleyCanada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wholesaler in Calgary is seeking an Electric Motor System Technician to support customer service in the HVAC/R and plumbing sectors. This role involves troubleshooting, repairing various electric motors and pumps, and maintaining safety standards. Comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities are offered, along with an engaging work environment with a culture focused on teamwork and technical excellence.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Paid vacation and sick time

Employee discounts

Annual safety boot reimbursement

Qualifications

• Ability to work in customer-facing on-site environments.
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing electric motors.
• Knowledge of Safe Work Practices and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles responsibly and courteously.
• Maintain company tools and equipment in top working condition.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair various pumps.

Skills

Journeyman Electric Motor System Technician

Teamwork

Technical proficiency

Education

3rd or 4th year Electric Motor System Technician

Tools

Pumps maintenance tools

Electric motor equipment

Job description

At Wolseley Canada, our leading-edge is the knowledge and insight found in every corner of our organization. Here, you’ll build strong relationships and support critical industries that touch the lives of Canadians. Every day, we show up with intention and pride; in ourselves, our associates, and our customers. You’ll have a solid foundation to try new things, uncover new possibilities, challenge yourself, and grow your career. Does this sound like somewhere you’d like to be?

Wolseley Canada is the leading wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC/R, waterworks and industrial products in the country and working here means, a network of possibilities, a place you are valued and a higher standard.

Join the Pros!

James Electric Motor Services Ltd. is a Western Canadian industry leader in providing replacements, repairs, installation, maintenance and retrofits for pumps, electric motors, fans and blowers. For over 50 years, James Electric has been a customer driven organization that strives to provide excellent customer service, quality parts, service and repairs from our Calgary based facility.

What’s in it for you?

• Business hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 – 4:30
• Evening and weekend overtime on-call rotation to provide 24-hour emergency service
• Comprehensive benefits with premiums paid for the company’s “Core” package starting the first day of employment.
• Career development and training opportunities with reimbursement available
• Life insurance, disability and wellness programs
• Retirement savings programs including RRSP and DC pension with up to 5.25% employer contribution
• Paid vacation and sick time and day off on your birthday!
• Bonus programs that include annual performance and profit sharing
• Employee discounts on top brands of plumbing and HVAC/R products at Wolseley Canada
• Annual safety boot reimbursement

What you will do:

• Contribute your skills to a customer focused culture of technical proficiency and dedication to work safety
• Operate company vehicles in a responsible and courteous manner; ensure scheduled vehicle inspections are completed on time
• Working in Customer facing on-site environments
• Maintain company tools and equipment in top working condition
• Maintain a clean workspace free of hazards such as slips, trips and falls
• Review and follow all Safe Work Practices, Safe Job Procedures and Code of Practices
• Read diagrams, schematic drawings and service manuals to determine work procedures when required
• Work independently while at customer sites; troubleshoot problems and assess solutions with minimal supervision
• Complete all job-related paperwork in a timely manner: Document detailed information daily, including repair requirements, site pictures, parts used, and labour hours for processing by the sales and service team.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair, overhaul and commission:
• Pumps (Inline, end suction, booster, fire, column and submersible ), Electric Motors, Fans and Blowers, Variable Frequency Drives
• Safely remove and deliver equipment to shop for repair when on site repair is not an option
• Supervise and mentor assigned apprentices

Physical Requirements:

• Standing for long periods of time
• Lifting, pulling, and pushing (up to 50 Lbs. required – over 50 Lbs. discretionary)
• Working in commercial and industrial locations, at heights, in confined spaces, on construction sites (required on a workorder-by-workorder basis - training provided)
• Working in all seasonal conditions including outdoors in summer and winter months

What will you bring:

• Journeyman, 3rd or 4th year Electric Motor System Technician, Millwright, Plumber or Sprinkler Fitter. Motor winding experience will be considered an asset.
• The ability to work cooperatively on a team
• Your intention to apply your learned skills and diversify your experience through on-the-job education

Each resume submitted gets individually reviewed by our team and retained for 24 months if other new and exciting opportunities arise that match your skills and qualifications.

Please note: This position requires the result of a satisfactory driver’s abstract and criminal record check. A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.