Field Technician (Heavy Equipment)

Leavitt Machinery; Calgary; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Company paid medical health care plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Prescription drug coverage

Annual health care spending account

Life insurance

Short term disability

Travel insurance

Sick leave plan

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Leavitt Machinery is seeking a mechanically skilled Field Technician (Heavy Equipment) to join the Service team in Calgary, Alberta. You will diagnose, repair, and perform routine maintenance on material handling equipment, coordinating with the Service Dispatcher and customers to define repairs and timelines.

The role requires 3+ years of heavy equipment experience, a valid journeyperson ticket or Red Seal, and the ability to travel to customer sites within the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of heavy equipment experience.
• Valid journeyperson ticket or Red Seal required.
• Class 5 driver’s license and ability to travel to customer sites.
• High school diploma.
• Experience with hydraulics and electrical engines is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing, repairing, and completing routine maintenance and safety inspections on a variety of material handling equipment and machinery
• Maintaining effective communication with the Service Dispatcher regarding ongoing Service jobs and completing tasks in a timely manner
• Discussing Service job details with customers and understanding repair requirements
• Communicating with Parts department to ensure parts are ordered and prepared before visiting job sites
• Maintaining proper documentation including work orders and warranty paperwork
• Reporting safety incidents and adhering to safety policies

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem solving

Willingness to travel

Education

High school diploma

Provincial Heavy Duty or Automotive Journeyperson’s ticket (Red Seal)

Tools

Hydraulics

Engine diagnostics

Electrical systems

Aerial platform experience

Lift trucks experience

Job description

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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 Calgary, Alberta. Reporting to the Service Manager, the Field Technician will be assigned to a variety of machinery repair tasks required by our loyal customers.

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

Required Skills & Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge, and competencies:

• At least 3 years of heavy equipment experience in a related industry
• Provincial Heavy Duty or Automotive Journeyperson’s ticket or a Relevant Red Seal Trade Certification is required
• Previous aerial platform and lift truck experience is highly preferred
• Experience with hydraulics and diagnosing and servicing electric engines is a strong 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

The approximate base pay range for this role is: $51.32 to $58.16 per hour, depending on experience.

This is an onsite role based in Calgary, 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.