Hydraulic Technician-Shop

Wajax Limited; Prince George; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Service Technician to diagnose and repair hydraulic components. This role involves dismantling, inspecting, and servicing various hydraulic systems while ensuring a safe and clean work environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background, effective communication skills, and a commitment to teamwork. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental coverage, ongoing training, and exclusive discounts. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a diverse team dedicated to driving Canadian industry forward.

Benefits

Competitive health and dental benefits

Health spending account

E-learning and product training

Exclusive discounts with manufacturers

Recognition program

Company matched pension plan

Health and Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Mechanics, Hydraulics, or Millwright required.
• Strong knowledge of heavy-duty tools and equipment essential.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and diagnose hydraulic component issues and perform repairs.
• Complete service reports and maintain cleanliness of the work area.

Skills

Mechanics

Hydraulics

Millwright

Fluid Power Training

Basic machining knowledge

Fabrication experience

Basic electrical knowledge

Communication skills

Service orientation

Team orientation

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Mechanics

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Hydraulics

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Millwright

Tools

Heavy-duty tools and equipment

Lathe

Milling machine

Job description

The Service Technician is primarily responsible for evaluating and diagnosing causes for breakages, repairing hydraulic components.

The Role

• Complete dismantle and inspection of components, as well as complete a comprehensive service report with accurate measurements related to these components.
• Build, repair, service, and troubleshoot various hydraulic components.
• Tests rebuild components or systems to acceptable results.
• Always maintain cleanliness of shop and work area to ensure the maintenance of a safe work environment, performing various cleaning and maintenance duties as required.
• Participate in monthly safety meetings.
• Additional responsibilities, as requested.

The Candidate

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Mechanics, Hydraulics, Millwright, or equivalent experience.
• Fluid Power Training, an asset.
• Basic machining knowledge required (e.g., lathe, milling machine).
• Fabrication experience and basic electrical knowledge considered an asset.
• Strong working knowledge of heavy-duty tools and equipment.
• Must be mechanically inclined with a good learning capacity.
• The ability to effectively communicate technical issues.
• Service and team orientation.

The Company

Since 1858, Wajax has been a leading industrial products and solutions provider continually innovating to serve Canadian industry coast-to-coast. We work in an extensive range of industries and core sectors of the Canadian economy including energy and renewables, food and beverage, construction, industrial/commercial, transportation, forestry, mining, metal processing, and oil and gas – to name a few. Everything we do is powered by people passionate about making a difference and who are dedicated to driving Canadian industry forward. People who provide the experience and expertise that support the industries that build our cities, power our businesses, put a roof over our heads and food on our tables.

Wajax offers a total compensation package that includes competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, learning and development, as well as some unique additional “perks.”

Highlights include:

• Competitive health and dental benefits with no waiting period for eligibility (100% employer paid premiums), plus health spending account.
• Wajax led e-learning, and product training through industry leading manufacturers.
• Exclusive discounts with a variety of manufacturers and service providers such as Ford, GM, Chrysler, Dell, TELUS, a group mortgage, home & auto insurance program, pet insurance, footwear & workwear, fitness membership, perkopolis, and more.
• Recognition program where points are earned for merchandise or gift certificates, plus cash awards.
• Company matched pension plan.
• Award-Winning Health and Wellness Program.

By working with Wajax, you become part of an inclusive and diverse team that is dedicated to innovation and teamwork. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities across Canada in which we do business. As an equal opportunity employer, please inform us if any accommodation is required if contacted for an interview.

As a condition of employment, final candidates will be subject to pre-screening.