Heavy Duty Technician

Socket.dev; Estevan; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits plan

Orthodontic coverage

Life Insurance

Competitive wage

Job summary

GFL Environmental in Estevan, SK is seeking a Heavy Duty Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel and CNG trucks and heavy equipment.

You will perform PMs, safety inspections, document repairs, mentor apprentices, and uphold safety standards. Journeyman or Red Seal preferred, own tools required, valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Journeyman designation or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Provide own tools and willingness to acquire tools as required for jobs.
• Red Seal is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair complex, modern CNG and diesel engines, and advanced electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance tasks such as PM and safety inspections.
• Complete required record keeping associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Review, plan and schedule work as required.
• Mentor apprentice technicians and provide training to complete their apprenticeship program.
• Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to company safety procedures.
• Ensure shop equipment and tools are kept in a safe operating condition.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with company safety standards.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Engine diagnostics

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Diagnostic software

Team player

Communication

Education

Journeyman designation

Red Seal preferred

Tools

Own tools

Willing to acquire tools

Job description

Join Our Team as a Heavy Duty Technician at GFL Environmental in Estevan, Sk!

Our Licensed Technicians safely operate, repair, and maintain GFL Environmental owned commercial diesel and alternative fuel trucks, and heavy equipment to ensure its ability to operate safely.

At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!

What’s in it for you:

• Benefits : Competitive benefits plan, including: Retirement Saving Options, for future financial security
• Prioritized orthodontic and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance.
• Competitive wage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair complex, modern CNG and diesel engines, and advanced electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance tasks such as PM and safety inspections.
• Complete required record keeping associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Review, plan and schedule work as required.
• Mentor apprentice technicians and provide training to complete their apprenticeship program.
• Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to company safety procedures.
• Ensure shop equipment and tools are kept in a safe operating condition.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with company safety standards.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Journeyman designation or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Provide own tools and willingness to acquire tools as required for jobs.
• Red Seal is preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform CVI inspections, and familiarity with transportation regulation.
• Knowledge of tools required to perform repairs and maintenance on commercial vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Ability to follow schedules, instructions, technical manuals and maintenance guidelines, and other procedures associated with the maintenance of company fleet assets.
• Experience using diagnostic software is preferred. Must be computer literate and willing and able to be trained in software systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively across various levels of the organization and communicate with customers and external vendors.
• Ability to be a self-starter capable of working effectively in a team environment or as an individual contributor.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Working Conditions

The Technician must be able to work inside and/or outside in all different weather conditions including extreme cold and extreme heat.

Physical Demands

Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Moderate walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, grasping/gripping, and pushing/pulling.
• Work utilizing personal protective equipment, including hearing protection, safety-toed boot, utility gloves, reflective vest, hearing and eye protection, hard hat, etc.
• Work outside and inside, around moving objects, vehicles, and machinery with moving parts.
• Physically able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, and push/pull up to 100 pounds.

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Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.