Mobile Field Service Technician – Heavy Equipment

Employment North; Central Ontario, Port Carling, Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No evenings or weekends

Standard daytime hours

Health & wellness benefits

Staff discounts

Room to grow

Team engagement events

Job summary

Muskoka Lumber is seeking a Field Service Technician to provide field-based diagnostics, maintenance, repair, and preventative services for a diverse equipment fleet. You will travel across Simcoe, Muskoka, and Parry Sound, performing diagnostics, repairs, and preventative tasks while documenting all work and maintaining safety standards.

The role requires 3–5 years of hands-on experience, a post-secondary trades credential, and a valid Ontario G license.

Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary program or formal apprenticeship recognized by Skilled Trades Ontario related to Heavy Duty Equipment Technician (421A) or Agricultural Equipment Technician (425A).
• Education related to hydraulics, HVAC, electrical systems, or an Ozone Depletion Prevention card is an asset.
• 3-5 years of hands-on mechanical repair experience, including at least 2 years of field service.
• Experience maintaining and repairing aerial work platforms such as Skyjack, Genie, and JLG.
• Expertise in hydraulics, DC electrical systems, diesel/gasoline engines, schematic interpretation, and diagnostic systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Welding experience and related certifications are strong assets.
• Strong organizational, administrative, customer service, and time management skills.
• Experience using maintenance/tracking software; Maintenance Pro is an asset.
• Valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence with acceptable driver history; AZ/DZ and First Aid/ CPR are assets.
• Physical ability to perform the essential duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform field diagnostics, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs on a wide variety of heavy and light equipment.
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair hydraulic, electrical, fuel, powertrain, steering, suspension, braking, and engine systems using manuals and diagnostic tools.
• Perform preventative maintenance programs, safety inspections, and equipment certifications.
• Maintain rental fleet and company-owned equipment to ensure readiness and minimize downtime.
• Travel regularly throughout Simcoe, Muskoka, and Parry Sound with a company vehicle to service sites.
• Complete electronic work orders, service reports, inspection records, and maintenance documentation.
• Support related divisions through equipment support and repair services.
• Communicate status, recommendations, and timelines with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain compliance with policies, regulations, and safety standards; promote safety culture.
• Assist with major overhauls, shop repairs, inventory management, and other maintenance initiatives as required.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Education

Heavy Duty/Ag Equipment tech program (421A/425A)

Tools

Maintenance Pro

Fleet management software

Job description

Muskoka Lumber is seeking a Field Service Technician to provide field-based diagnostics, maintenance, repair, and preventative services for a diverse equipment fleet. You will travel across Simcoe, Muskoka, and Parry Sound, performing diagnostics, repairs, and preventative tasks while documenting all work and maintaining safety standards.

The role requires 3–5 years of hands-on experience, a post-secondary trades credential, and a valid Ontario G license.