Heavy Equipment Technician - Shop

Brandt Group of Companies; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Heavy Equipment Technician to join their Ottawa team. This role involves the repair and maintenance of construction and forestry equipment in a shop environment. You will efficiently evaluate and diagnose equipment, utilize various tools and computer systems, and ensure all work is performed safely and according to standards. If you are passionate about heavy machinery and looking for a dynamic work environment, this opportunity could be perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in repairing and maintaining heavy-duty equipment.
• Ability to document maintenance and inspections accurately.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Diagnose heavy-duty equipment

Repair and maintenance

Use of hand and power tools

Documentation skills

Education

Certification in Heavy Equipment Technology

Tools

John Deere Service Advisor

Computer applications

Job description

Brandt is currently seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician for our Ottawa Construction & Forestry location.

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

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Efficiently 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. Utilize related instruments, hand and power tools, secondary equipment, and computer systems.
4. Accurately document all machine information, actions taken, and time spent on work orders.
5. Continuously assess service task hazards and ensure work is performed safely and according to standards.
6. Use computer applications (e.g., John Deere Service Advisor) to document maintenance, inspections, and diagnoses.
7. Use parts catalogues to locate and order parts from parts personnel.
8. Road test equipment and check attachment operation as required.