Service Technician - BarW

United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited; Prince George; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Service Technician, where you'll engage in electronic and mechanical repairs across various sites, ensuring top-notch service for our customers. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in the petroleum industry, focusing on fuel dispensing and carwash equipment. You'll be part of a supportive environment that values work-life balance and encourages ongoing education. With competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their careers while making a significant impact in the community.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Employer paid benefits

RRSP program

Paid vacation

Employee and family assistance program

Career progression opportunities

Company safety program

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in mechanical and petroleum troubleshooting.
• Certification in CPCA PM1 Training required.

Responsibilities

• Perform electronic and mechanical repairs on equipment and technology.
• Maintain customer relationships and manage service calls effectively.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Petroleum troubleshooting

Communication skills

Software applications operation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Computerized machinery

Job description

Prince George, British Columbia, CA, V2L 1C3

Department: Petroleum Operations
Employment Type: Full-Time
Requisition ID: 749

Date Posted: February 5, 2025
Closing Date: February 19, 2025 or until filled

Position Summary:

Are you interested in becoming a Service Technician or have experience in the downstream maintenance, electrical, calibration, carwashes and construction industry? Do you have knowledge of tank rental and mobile cardlock solutions? Well then BarW is the place for you! Reporting to the Service Manager, you will be an integral part of our team performing electronic and mechanical repairs. Working closely with our customers and applying BarW processes and regulations, you will conduct in-house and on-site repairs to our customers’ businesses.

Our technicians specialize in the Retail/Commercial Gas Stations, Cardlock/Bulk Petroleum sites, Carwashes, and Commercial/Industrial Electrical Services for Maintenance and Construction in Western Canada, Yukon & NWT.

Why work at BarW?

• Competitive compensation, annual incentive program and overtime eligible
• Employer paid benefits: health, dental, health care spending account, personal spending account (health and fitness) & more
• RRSP program
• Paid vacation
• Employee and family assistance program
• Career progression with an industry leading team of experts
• Company/Personal safety program

What will you be doing?

• Perform electronic and mechanical repairs including on-site and in-house repairs of equipment and technology.
• Installation, repair and preventative maintenance of all fuel dispensing and related equipment.
• Repair carwash operating equipment at various stations.
• Maintain customer relationships by managing allocated calls to improve service and decrease costs. This includes planning for adequate tools and equipment necessary for efficient work.
• Contributing to new ideas for operational and technical improvements to existing equipment and technology.
• Accountable for completing all required documentation correctly and in a timely manner.
• Ensure safe practices are being followed in accordance with Health and Safety policies and practices.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma.
• Proficient (with a minimum 2 years’ experience) in mechanical and petroleum troubleshooting or related industry experience.
• Will be required to complete and be certified in CPCA PM1 Training.
• Ability to accurately operate software applications.
• Demonstrated knowledge about computerized machinery, as well as be efficient with hand tools.
• Proven strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Valid Class 5 license. Clean Drivers Abstract is required.
• Willingness and interest to pursue continuing education opportunities to enhance performance.
• Ability to maintain a strong technical knowledge of assigned equipment through on the job training and training programs.

What is the work schedule?

• Our team focuses on work-life balance.
• Required to work away from home and overnight as needed.
• When scheduled - available to be on-call 24 hours and 7 days a week for service calls.

This is a safety sensitive position. The successful applicant will be required to pass (negative result) a drug and alcohol screening test (includes cannabis) and criminal background check (if applicable) as a condition of employment.

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
At UFA we care about the lives of our employees, members, customers, elected officials, and partners. This includes their whole selves and what makes them unique. We strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes employees from diverse populations and backgrounds, where everyone can do their best work. In our world of agriculture, it takes time for growth, this is our seed to grow inclusion and belonging at UFA.

If you require accommodation in submitting this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].

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We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.