Resident Heavy Equipment Technician

Brandt; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

On-the-job training

Career advancement

Benefits package

RRSP plan

Job summary

Brandt is seeking a Resident Heavy Equipment Technician based in Sault Ste. Marie, reporting to our Sudbury Construction & Forestry branch.

This position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of construction and forestry based equipment and attachments in a shop environment. You will diagnose, repair, and assemble heavy equipment, document work orders, and use tools and computer systems such as John Deere Service Advisor.

Qualifications

• Relevant mechanical experience in heavy equipment environments.
• Certified Journeyperson in Heavy Duty Equipment trade or equivalent preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively with customers and service team.
• Capable of meeting physical demands typical of the role.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, assemble/disassemble, order parts for, and repair heavy-duty equipment.
• Use related instruments, hand and power tools, and computer systems.
• Document on work orders all machine information, actions taken, and time.
• Road test equipment and check attachment operation as required.

Skills

Heavy equipment experience

Customer service

Team communication

Education

Journeyperson certificate (HD Equipment)

Tools

John Deere Service Advisor

Job description

Brandt is currently seeking a Resident Heavy Equipment Technician based in Sault Ste. Marie, reporting to our Sudbury Construction & Forestry branch.

This position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of construction and forestry based equipment and attachments in a shop environment.

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 heavy duty 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
• Other duties as assigned

What We Look For

• Previous mechanical experience in a heavy equipment environment is preferred
• Certified Journeyperson in the Heavy Duty 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 competitive 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, insurances, and more to support your and your family’s wellbeing.
• Retirement savings programs: Company matching 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!