Resident Heavy Equipment Technician

Brandt Group of Companies; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Continuous learning

Advancement opportunities

Benefits coverage

Retirement savings

Job summary

Brandt Group of Companies is seeking a Service Technician based in Chetwynd, reporting to the Fort St. John Location. You will repair and maintain construction and forestry equipment, diagnose issues, and document work performed.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, customer service focus, and the ability to work safely. JD Service Advisor experience is a plus, with opportunities within a nationwide company.

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy equipment maintenance and repair.
• Journeyperson certification in construction/forestry gear is preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, assemble/disassemble, and repair equipment.
• Order parts and use related tools and computer systems.
• Document machine information and actions taken on work orders.
• Ensure safety standards are met and hazards are minimized.
• Test equipment and verify attachment operation as needed.
• Use JD Service Advisor to document maintenance tasks.
• Locate and order parts from parts personnel.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Heavy equipment knowledge

Education

Journeyperson certification (construction & forestry equipment)

Tools

John Deere Service Advisor

Job description

• Full-Time
• Requisition #: RESID002779

Description

Brandt is currently seeking a Service Technician based in Chetwynd, reporting to the Fort St. John Construction and Forestry Location. This position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of construction and forestry based equipment and attachments.

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 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

• Previous mechanical experience in a heavy equipment environment is preferred
• Certified Journeyperson in the construction & forestry equipment technician trade or equivalent designated trade preferred
• Must be committed to customer service and service excellence
• Must have the ability to communicate and work effectively with customers, the service team, and branch personnel
• Must be able to meet physical demands (climbing, overhead lifting/postures, prolonged standing, sensory processing, fine motor control)
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

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.