Heavy Equipment Repair Tech

Stephensons Rental Services Inc.; Cambridge; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Stephenson’s Rental Services Inc. is seeking a Repair Technician to diagnose, repair, and ensure the readiness of our heavy equipment fleet. You will guide technicians, uphold safety standards, and participate in equipment retirement decisions.

Ideal candidates bring a high school diploma, 2+ years of heavy equipment repair, and a mechanical aptitude. A valid G license and WHMIS knowledge are assets. This role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and dependable service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of Heavy Equipment repair or related experience.
• Heavy equipment trades certification is an asset
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs on a regular basis
• G Class Provincial Driver’s License and clean Drivers Abstract.
• Must possess a mechanical aptitude and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience with Health and Safety training is an asset (i.e. WHMIS, etc.).
• Action-oriented with attention to detail and a focus on quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair construction and aerial equipment (diesel, hydraulic and electrical).
• Ensure equipment is rental-ready and meets safety standards.
• Follow checklists and manuals when servicing.
• Operate and test equipment under real operating conditions when possible.
• Guide Service Technicians on repairs required.
• Assist in decisions on equipment retirement.
• Maintain product knowledge of features and safe operation.
• Listen to customers and resolve issues fairly.
• Follow paperwork and computer procedures for servicing.
• Maintain inventory records to protect Rental Management data.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Safety conscious

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Heavy equipment trades certification (asset)

Job description

How you’ll contribute

TheHLA Repair Technician is all about producing a strong and reliable fleet to help our customers get the job done right. With safety at the forefront, we inspect, test, and diagnose each piece of equipment with care and provide guidance to the Service Technicians. Responsibilities include:

• Diagnose and repair construction and aerial equipment as it relates to various diesel, hydraulic and electrical equipment, including Skid Steers, Mini Excavators, Aerial Reach Equipment and towable equipment.
• Ensure all equipment is rental-ready and meets set quality and safety standards.
• Follow the appropriate checklists and procedures, referring to owner’s manuals and schematics when needed.
• Operate and test equipment under actual operating conditions, if possible.
• Provide guidance to Service Technicians on the appropriate service/repairs required.
• Assist in making decisions related to equipment retirement.
• Possess excellent product knowledge including features, benefits, and safe operating techniques.
• Actively listen to customers to ensure they are treated in a fair and consistent manner and resolve issues as they arise.
• Follow all paperwork and computer procedures related to servicing of equipment.
• Maintain all inventory control documents to preserve the integrity of the Rental Management computer system.

Health and Safety will always be the number one priority at Stephenson’s so every employee has the shared responsibility of keeping themselves and all others safe by following the Safety Commitments, PPE requirements and all SOPs and Policies as laid out by Stephenson’s and governing laws.

Every Stephenson’s employee has a duty to report any unsafe working conditions and ensuring that they and their co-workers at all levels of work are wearing their PPE and following our SOPs and policies.

What you bring to the table

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of Heavy Equipment repair or related experience.
• Heavy equipment trades certification is an asset
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs on a regular basis
• G Class Provincial Driver’s License and clean Drivers Abstract.
• Must possess a mechanical aptitude and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience with Health and Safety training is an asset (i.e. WHMIS, etc.).
• Action-oriented with attention to detail and a focus on quality and safety.