Heavy Equipment Technician - Shop

Brandt Group; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to join their Edmonton team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the reliability and performance of construction and forestry equipment. You will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of heavy-duty machinery, utilizing your technical skills and knowledge of tools and computer systems. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will contribute to the success of projects and the satisfaction of clients. If you have a passion for heavy equipment and a commitment to safety and quality, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in repairing and maintaining heavy-duty equipment.
• Ability to diagnose issues and document work accurately.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and repair heavy-duty equipment efficiently.
• Document machine information and actions taken on work orders.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Repair

Diagnostic Skills

Use of Hand Tools

Use of Power Tools

Computer Systems Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Certification in Heavy Equipment Technology

Tools

John Deere Service Advisor

Parts Catalogues

Job description

Brandt is currently seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician for our Edmonton Compact Construction Equipment location.

This position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of construction and forestry-based equipment and attachments in a shop environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Efficiently and effectively evaluate the working condition of, diagnose, assemble/disassemble, order parts for, and repair heavy-duty equipment.
2. Use secondary materials and equipment safely and efficiently.
3. Use related instruments, hand and power tools, secondary equipment, and computer systems.
4. Accurately and completely document on work orders all machine information, actions taken, and time taken.
5. Continually assess service task hazards and ensure work is performed safely and to accepted standards.
6. Use computer applications and information systems (i.e., John Deere Service Advisor) to document maintenance, inspection, and diagnosis.
7. Use parts catalogues to locate parts and order parts from parts personnel.
8. Road test equipment and check attachment operation as required.