Resident Heavy Equipment Technician

Brandt Group of Companies; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Resident Heavy Equipment Technician in Sault Ste. Marie. This role involves the repair and maintenance of construction and forestry equipment in a shop environment. You will efficiently diagnose, repair, and document all actions taken on heavy-duty machinery. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in equipment repair and safety standards, ensuring high-quality service. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to maintaining essential equipment and enhancing operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience with diagnosing and repairing heavy-duty equipment.
• Ability to document maintenance and inspections accurately.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and repair heavy-duty equipment efficiently.
• Document all machine information and actions taken.

Skills

Diagnose heavy-duty equipment

Repair construction and forestry equipment

Use hand and power tools

Document maintenance and inspections

Education

Certification as Heavy Equipment Technician

Relevant technical training

Tools

John Deere Service Advisor

Computer systems for documentation

Job description

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

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

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Efficiently evaluate the working condition of, diagnose, assemble/disassemble, order parts for, and repair heavy-duty equipment.
2. Use secondary materials and equipment safely and efficiently.
3. Utilize related instruments, hand and power tools, secondary equipment, and computer systems.
4. Accurately document all machine information, actions taken, and time spent on work orders.
5. Continuously assess service task hazards to ensure work is performed safely and to accepted standards.
6. Use computer applications and information systems (e.g., John Deere Service Advisor) to document maintenance, inspections, and diagnoses.
7. Use parts catalogues to locate and order parts from parts personnel.
8. Road test equipment and check attachment operation as required.