Road Technician - Heavy Duty

Sunbelt Rentals; Ottawa; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals is seeking a Road Technician (Heavy Duty) for their growing team in Ottawa. The role involves maintaining and repairing heavy equipment with a focus on safety and efficiency. Candidates are expected to have a diploma and relevant mechanic experience, providing opportunities for career advancement within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Fully Equipped Service Truck

PPE provided and safety boots reimbursement

$1500 tuition assistance grant

RRSP matching program

Paid vacation and sick days

Tool allowance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with mechanic experience preferred.
• 1 to 3 years experience with diesel equipment or heavy construction equipment.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs at customer locations.
• Work in the shop when not on field calls.
• Participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

Knowledge of hydraulic systems

Knowledge of electrical systems

Ability to work flexibly

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some trade school or equivalent training

Tools

Mechanic’s tools of trade

Job description

Sunbelt Rentals – the fastest growing rental business in Canada– is seeking a Road Technician (Heavy Duty) to support our operations . A proud supporter of hiring Military Veterans, promoting a diverse, inspired, supported, empowered workforce!

This Road Technician (Heavy Duty) role performs preventive maintenance and makes repairs at the customer's location equipment in the safest, most effective way possible to avoid downtime. Our fleet varies by location but primarily includes Aerial Work Platforms, general construction tools, and equipment. Our specialty line locations may have a fleet of large-scale power generators, pumps, HVAC systems, and oil / gas-related equipment. This role will also be working in the shop when there are no field calls. Participation in our on-call rotation is mandatory. Our double-digit growth and internal promotion rate mean we are constantly looking to add top performers to our team.

We Take Care of Our People - join our team now, you will be able to enjoy competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits program

• Fully Equipped Service Truck and convenience to commute from home
• PPE provided and Safety boots reimbursement program
• 1500 tuition assistance grant
• Original Equipment Manufacturer training RRSP matching program
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Tool allowance and long service reward program

Education or experience that prepares you for success :

• High school diploma or GED required, some trade school or equivalent training desired
• 1 to 3 years of mechanic experience with diesel equipment, heavy construction equipment or specialty lines equipment (large-scale generators, pumps, HVAC or Oil & Gas equipment) strongly preferred
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

You will also Develop new skills for a career track in service of operation management

• We promote from within, you can explore your career and get prepared for various roles
• Opportunity to become a shop foreman, operational / service manager and / or advance into branch leadership.
• Experience high employee fulfillment with our support and empowerment
• Work with an incredible team of people in a safety-driven culture

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities you may rely on :

• May need to provide mechanic’s tools of trade
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems and troubleshooting fundamentals
• Knowledge of electrical systems and troubleshooting fundamentals
• Ability to be flexible with changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Develop new skills for a career track in service of operation management

The physical demands of this role require bending, squatting, crouching, reaching, lifting 50 pounds or more, and working indoors / outdoors when required by the job. The above description is not a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day. Reasonable accommodation may be made to comply with applicable laws.

If you have done any of the following roles, we’d love to hear from you : Shop Mechanic, Mechanic, Technician, Service Foreman, Service Manager, Shop Manager, Mechanic Supervisor, Technician Supervisor, Lead Mechanic, Lead Technician, Diesel Technician, Diesel Mechanic, Service Technician, Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Hydraulic Technician, Hydraulic Mechanic, ASE Certified Mechanic, IFPS Certified Technician.

Although we appreciate all who apply we will contact only those candidates who meet our requirements.

Sunbelt Rentals requires applicants to undergo a background verification process prior to commencing employment with the company. Employment with Sunbelt Rentals is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check.

Sunbelt Rentals a proud supporter of military families and an equal opportunity employer — women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal peoples, and visible minorities are welcome to apply. WEST20

Base Pay Range : $33.39 - 45.90

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and / or experience. Please visit for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network.

Sunbelt Rentals offers generous benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, wellbeing, and a retirement plan with employer matching contributions in accordance with Sunbelt’s plans, policies, andapplicable agreements (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement).

Gear up for an exciting career!

Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply.

If a current Sunbelt Rentals employee has referred you for an employment opportunity please notify them that you are applying for this position. In order for the employee to get a referral bonus they need to contact their regional recruiter.