Hands-On Shop Technician — Maintenance & Deliveries

Hercules Crane & Lifting Supplies; Truro; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Mon–Fri schedule 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

RPP matching

Health and dental benefits

Forklift training

OHS training

Career development

Job summary

Hercules Group Of Companies in Truro is seeking a hands-on shop helper to support the day-to-day operations of our local facility. You will be involved in teardown and reassembly of hydraulic cylinders, routine machinery maintenance, tool crib organization, and assisting with deliveries and forklift operations as needed.

No formal trade ticket is required; we value mechanical aptitude, reliability, and a safety-minded attitude.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Comfortable with tools, machinery, and mechanical components.
• A self-taught or "backyard mechanic" background is welcome.
• Valid Class 3 driver's license and ability to tow an 18-foot trailer.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision once trained.
• A safety-minded approach and willingness to take on OHS responsibilities.
• Dependability and punctuality, particularly when coordinating deliveries.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Tear down and reassemble hydraulic cylinders and gearboxes.
• Perform general machinery maintenance under the direction of the Shop Supervisor.
• Maintain and organize the tool crib, monitor inventory, and reorder supplies based on shop needs.
• Cut raw materials for customer jobs using bandsaws.
• Complete customer deliveries, including safely towing an 18-foot trailer.
• Operate a forklift; certification can be provided after hire.
• Keep company fleet vehicles clean and organized, inside and out.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment.
• Serve as the shop’s OHS Representative, including completing monthly safety inspections and helping identify and address day-to-day safety risks.
• Participate in the Hercules Training Division safety committee.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Organization

Independence

Safety-minded

Dependability

Lifting up to 55 lbs

Tools

Forklift

Bandsaws

Shop tools

Job description

Hercules Group Of Companies in Truro is seeking a hands-on shop helper to support the day-to-day operations of our local facility. You will be involved in teardown and reassembly of hydraulic cylinders, routine machinery maintenance, tool crib organization, and assisting with deliveries and forklift operations as needed.

No formal trade ticket is required; we value mechanical aptitude, reliability, and a safety-minded attitude.