Field Technician (Heavy Equipment or Automotive)

Superior Forklift Ltd.; Manitoba; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing material handling equipment dealership is seeking a Field Technician in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The role involves diagnosing and repairing heavy machinery while maintaining customer relationships and performing planned maintenance. Candidates should have a Heavy Duty or Automotive Journeyperson’s ticket or significant experience in the field. A valid driver’s license and good communication skills are essential. Competitive benefits offered include company-paid medical plans, RRSP matching, and more.

Benefits

Company paid medical health care plan

Dental plan

RRSP matching

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a related industry (5+ years).
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to travel to customer sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair heavy machinery and lift equipment.
• Build relationships with customers regarding job scopes.
• Perform maintenance and safety inspections on equipment.

Skills

Effective communication

Strong work ethic

Positive attitude

Education

Provincial Heavy Duty or Automotive Journeyperson’s ticket

Relevant Red Seal Trade Certification

Job description

Overview

Superior Forklift is a growing material handling equipment dealership operating in Canada. With an entrepreneurial spirit, mission-driven approach, and customer-focused mindset, Superior Forklift has achieved continued success year over year. Superior is now an integral entity within the Venturis group of companies, an extensive and integrated network of businesses, including over 60 branches and 1400 employees. 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

Superior Forklift is looking for a skilled Field Technician (Heavy Equipment or Automotive) to join our team in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Reporting to the Service Manager, the Field Technician will be assigned critical machinery repair tasks required by our loyal customers.

Responsibilities

• Adequately diagnose and repair heavy machinery and lift equipment as required by customers
• Build relationships with customers, communicating a clear understanding of job scopes and repair requirements
• Perform planned maintenance and safety inspections on a variety of material handling equipment
• Conduct tasks assigned from the Dispatcher, maintaining communication and providing updates as needed
• Prepare all required parts before visiting job sites
• Actively communicate with the Parts department to ensure required parts are available
• Complete work order forms for assigned jobs
• Adhere to warranty policies, and complete necessary warranty documentation
• Report any safety incidents according to company policy
• Maintain proper documentation as needed

Qualifications

• Provincial Heavy Duty or Automotive Journeyperson’s ticket, or 5+ years of proven experience in a related industry
• Relevant Red Seal Trade Certification preferred
• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with external customers and internal stakeholders
• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to travel to customer sites within local region as needed

Benefits

• 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, disability insurance, and travel insurance – 100% employer paid
• Sick leave plan – 100% employer paid
• Employee assistance programs
• RRSP matching
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

The base pay range for this role is: $39.00 to $42.95 per hour.

This is an onsite role based in Winnipeg Manitoba.

Superior Forklift 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 applicants 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.