Mechanical Field Technician- Lead Hand

Wajax; Regina; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wajax is seeking a Mechanical Field Technician - Lead Hand to provide expert repair and maintenance for electric motors and rotating equipment. The role requires significant hands-on experience and customer interaction, ensuring high-quality service in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will be vital in troubleshooting mechanical issues and advancing project goals through effective communication and technical acuity.

Benefits

Competitive health and dental benefits

Recognition program with rewards

Flexible work arrangements

Award-Winning Health and Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a service capacity with rotating equipment.
• Experience in data acquisition, vibration analysis and field balancing preferred.
• Ability to work overtime and travel when required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and troubleshoot problems in large electric motors and rotating equipment.
• Compile data and draft technical reports for customers.
• Supervise the removal and installation of large rotating equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Graduate Engineer (mechanical or electrical) or Journeyman tradesperson

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The Opportunity

Responsible for providing quality workmanship, consistent service, and technical knowledge to the customers. The successful candidate will performs all tasks related to the testing, diagnosing, repair, maintenance, and reconditioning of electric motors and all rotating apparatus in our Regina facility and on our customers sites.

The Opportunity

Responsible for providing quality workmanship, consistent service, and technical knowledge to the customers. The successful candidate will performs all tasks related to the testing, diagnosing, repair, maintenance, and reconditioning of electric motors and all rotating apparatus in our Regina facility and on our customers sites.

The Role

• Assess and troubleshoot problems in large electric motors and rotating equipment including, fans, gear boxes, generators and turbines in the field and plant
• Acquire and analyze vibration data and perform field balancing
• Troubleshoot rotating and static machinery issues through data analysis.
• Supervise the removal and installation of large rotating equipment when required
• Compile data and draft technical reports for customers while complying with professional and quality standards
• Interact with our customers to solve equipment issues and provide assistance when required. Perform mechanical duties on customers equipment in the plant when not working onsite.
  
  

The Candidate

• Great attitude who understands the importance of customer service.
• Eager to take on a challenge and grow into the role with potential for job advancement.
• Mechanical aptitude is required
• Work Experience: Minimum of 5 years experience in a service capacity with rotating equipment
• Graduate Engineer (mechanical or electrical), or Journeyman tradesperson E.M.S.T - C.E.T - or E.I.T
• Experience in data acquisition, vibration analysis and field balancing preferred. CAT II or above is required.
• Knowledge: Strong time management skills including, experience successfully managing multiple small projects at one time
• Exceptional communication skills in English (written and oral) and computer skills
• Ability to problem solve on site and under time constraints
• Ability to work on customers site with limited supervision. Able to work overtime and travel when required. Mechanical aptitude is required. Electrical knowledge would be an asset.
• Maintain a professional company image at all times.
• Training will be provided to the successful candidate.
  
  

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.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• 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.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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