Maintenance Shop Technician

Forest Contractors Ltd; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Benefits package

RRSP with employer matching

Career development

Job summary

The Forest Group is hiring a Maintenance Shop Technician to diagnose and repair vehicles and equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and ensure safe, efficient work within set standards.

Ideal candidates have fleet maintenance experience with light and heavy vehicles, and relevant licenses or willingness to obtain them; English literacy is required, and training courses will be provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum education of grade 12 or equivalent.
• Ontario MV/G licenses required or preferred (310T preferred).
• Experience with fleet maintenance of light and heavy vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair vehicles and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and safety inspections.
• Ensure work safety and efficiency per standards.
• Install/repair vehicle accessories and safety equipment.
• Manage parts stock and document work in Fleet Management System.
• Possibly perform emergency roadside repairs.
• Attend training courses as required.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Fleet maintenance

Diagnostics

Safety compliance

Electrical/electronics

Education

Minimum grade 12

Ontario Vehicle Operator’s Permit Class G

Ontario 310T license (preferred)

Tools

Diagnostic equipment (scanners, meters)

Fleet management system

Brake lathes / tire balancers

Job description

Maintenance Shop Technician

Awarded one of Canada’s Best Managed companies,The Forest Groupis a vertically integrated diversified group of companies offering exterior construction material supply and services within the Greater Toronto Area. Focused on asphalt paving, concrete, landscape construction and other exterior construction, Forest has provided quality solutions for over 20 years.

We are currently looking for a full timeMaintenance Shop Technicianto join our growing team!

Our ideal hire would have an in-depth understanding of construction machinery and vehicle maintenance.

As a Maintenance Shop Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Diagnose and repair vehicles and equipment
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and annual safety inspections as required
• Ensure work is performed safely, efficiently within the time allotted and in accordance with legislated standards
• Install and repair specialized vehicle accessories and safety equipment
• Order and receive replacement or repair parts as directed and keep stock area in neat and tidy condition
• Use hand tools to carry out maintenance and repair duties
• Accurately complete forms, reports and input/retrieve information into Fleet Management System
• May be required to perform emergency roadside repairs
• Attend training courses as required

Qualified candidates will possess:

• Province of Ontario Motor Vehicle License 310T is strongly preferred
• Must hold Ontario Vehicle Operator’s Permit Class “G” in good standing
• Minimum grade 12 education or equivalent
• Must be able to read, write and understand English
• Must be able to complete various work forms and prepare simple written reports
• Experience, preferably in Fleet Maintenance environment dealing with a variety of light and heavy vehicles and up to date on automotive electronics
• Experience with diagnostic equipment, ie: scanners, digital meters, tire balancers, brake lathes, and AC filling and testing equipment

Why join The Forest Group?

• We offer a competitive salary with the potential for a performance-based bonus.
• We provide a competitive benefits package including but not limited to; medical, dental, vision, and additional benefits (i.e massage, physiotherapy, etc.).
• We offer a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) with employer matching.
• Opportunity for significant career development due to continual growth.
• A strong company culture and work life balance.

The Forest Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.