Heavy Equipment Technician - Shop - Construction & Forestry (Val d'Or)

Brandt Group of Companies; Val-d'Or; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

On-the-job training

Career advancement opportunities

Benefits package including health and

Pension and RRSP

Job summary

Brandt Group of Companies is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician for our Val d'Or Construction & Forestry location to diagnose, service and repair heavy equipment efficiently.

The role requires strong communication, customer service and teamwork, with potential for journeyperson certification in heavy equipment. Competitive wages, ongoing training and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Must communicate and work effectively with customers, service team, and branch personnel.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Previous mechanical experience in heavy equipment preferred.
• Journeyperson in the Heavy-Duty Equipment technician trade or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair heavy-duty equipment; perform diagnostics and servicing.
• Order parts and document actions on work orders.
• Ensure safety and compliance with standards in all tasks.
• Use John Deere Service Advisor and other systems to document maintenance and inspections.
• Test equipment and check operation of attachments.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Physical fitness

Diesel/heavy equipment knowledge

Education

Journeyperson in Heavy Duty Equipment

Equivalent designated trade

Tools

John Deere Service Advisor

Job description

Brandt is currently seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician for our Val d'Or Construction & Forestry location.

This position is responsible for performing basic/complex diagnostics, service maintenance and repair work on customer and/or dealer-owned equipment on an efficient basis.

Who We Are

Brandt is a customer driven company, privately owned and family run, strengthened by diversification and succeeding through specialization. We operate over 170 locations across Canada, the USA, Australia, and New Zealand.

For nine decades, the people of Brandt have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the hardworking people that we serve. And really, there's no place we'd rather be because just like them, it's when we're working hard and getting things done that we're at our best.

Our success is driven by a passionate belief in the unlimited potential of our company and the ultimate success of our customers and we act on that belief every single day.

That's Powerful Value, Delivered.

What You Will Be Responsible For

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

What We Look For

• Must have the ability to communicate and work effectively with customers, the service team, and branch personnel
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Previous mechanical experience in a heavy equipment environment is preferred
• Certified Journeyperson in the Heavy Duty Equipment technician trade or equivalent designated trade preferred
• Must be committed to customer service and service excellence

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation: we offer fair, market-based wages that recognize your skills, experience, and contributions.
• Continuous Learning: through on-the-job training and educational opportunities.
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing company that values initiative and teamwork.
• Comprehensive benefits coverage: including health, dental and more to support your wellbeing.
• Retirement savings programs: Pension and RRSP programs to help you invest in your future.

When you work for Brandt, we work for you. It's as simple as that.