Heavy Duty Mechanic/Generator Service Technician

National Oilwell Varco; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oil services company in Canada is seeking an experienced technician to perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, assembly, and repair duties. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years' experience in industrial mechanical work, a Class 3 or 1 Operator’s License, and excellent communication skills. This role requires frequent travel to customer locations and adherence to safety policies. Competitive pay and benefits are offered, including an Educational Assistance Program.

Benefits

Health Spending Account

Employer paid premiums

On-job training

Potential for advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in mechanical-electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read blueprints and experience with engines.
• A high regard for safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Moving material using a forklift or overhead crane.
• Testing, assembling, and installing mechanical components.
• Repairing and troubleshooting mechanical equipment.
• Cleaning work area and machines.
• Completing mechanical documentation promptly.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Defensive driving skills

Knowledge of industrial manufacturing

Mechanical troubleshooting

Education

Class 3 or 1 Operator’s License

Alberta Industry Training enrollment or Journeyperson status

Job description

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Moving material with the use of a forklift or overhead crane;
• Testing, assembling, preparing and installing mechanical components which includes stationary and/or mobile equipment;
• Repairing and troubleshooting mechanical components and equipment;
• Cleaning of work area and machines;
• Reading blueprints, diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures;
• Completing reports and mechanical documentation in a timely manner;
• May include electrical maintenance duties;
• Must adhere to company policies, procedures and directions regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments;
• Have flexibility to work in a 7/24 environment;
• Frequent travel to customer locations to perform work in the field is required;
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies Required

• Excellent communication and customer service skills (verbal and written);
• Must be able to respond to emergency calls as required;
• Ability to follow instruction, work well with direct supervision and apply knowledge from past jobs to future work.

Qualification Requirements (Minimum Education and Experience)

• A high regard for safety policy and procedure;
• Alberta Industry Training – enrolled as an Apprentice or obtained Journeyperson status is an asset.
• Class 3 or 1 Operator’s License with good defensive driving skills is required.
• Knowledge and experience with industrial manufacturing and mechanical work;
• Experience with blueprints;
• Basic diesel engine knowledge;
• Require a minimum of 3 years’ work experience in industrial mechanical‑electrical troubleshooting and/or repairs of power generation, alternators and controls systems;

HSE Requirements (Training and Physical Requirements)

• Some lifting required (up to 50 LBS);
• This position will require working outdoors frequently and traveling to numerous customer locations as well as working in the shop. The position will encounter varying weather conditions and temperatures and will be working alone in many cases in which the company work alone policy must be adhered to;
• Squatting, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting, ladder work, stair climbing, walking on rough ground, indoor and outdoor work, exposure to change of temperature and humidity, exposure to dust fumes and gases, working near moving equipment and working from heights;
• Familiar with NSC Driving policies;
• First Aid, H2S, TDG, GHS WHMIS, Confined Spaces.
• HSE Orientation.

Preferred method of application and to view all opportunities, visit:

https://www.nov.com/Careers

NOV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination or Harassment of Any Kind:

NOV is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunities for everyone and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. NOV values inclusion and diversity; we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

With over 40 different locations in Canada, and 30,000 people worldwide, NOV is proud to offer their employees competitive pay and excellent benefits, including a Health Spending account and employer paid premiums. We also provide on‑job training, potential for advancement within our organization and an Educational Assistance Program.

NOV thanks all interested applicants; however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.