Service Technician - Field

Brandt Group of Companies; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment service provider in Winnipeg is seeking a Field Heavy Equipment Technician - Material Handling. In this role, you will perform diagnostics, service maintenance, and repairs on heavy equipment while ensuring a safe working environment. Strong knowledge of OH&S standards and experience in the field are essential. Join our team and contribute to maintaining quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience with diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of heavy equipment.
• Strong understanding of Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) systems.
• Ability to mentor and oversee apprentices.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics and repairs on heavy equipment.
• Maintain productivity, efficiency, and work quality.
• Accurately record work for customer and warranty records.

Job description

Brandt is currently looking for a Field Heavy Equipment Technician - Material Handling for our Winnipeg location. The Heavy Equipment Technician - Material Handling independently performs basic/complex diagnostics, service maintenance and repair work on customer and/or dealer-owned equipment on an efficient basis. Resolves customer issues to their satisfaction on a timely basis.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES

Financial Performance

• Work within budgets and approvals provided by the Service Manager.
• Maintain a high level of productivity, efficiency, and gross margin.
• Maintain a quality of work metric of 98% (% of work completed right the first time).

Work Systems And Procedures

• Accurately record all work done for customer and warranty records.
• Maintain current product knowledge of equipment specific to industry/branch location.
• Maintain a clean work area and perform work in a neat and orderly manner.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments. Must maintain thorough understanding of Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) systems and standards, and a commitment to a safe working environment, ensuring all employees and customers are kept safe at all times.
• Ensure knowledge and compliance of proper procedure for disposal of hazardous waste material.
• Work within the guidelines set by the directors and managers.
• Perform all service tasks as assigned by the Material Handling Service Manager or the Material Handling Service Department Foreman.
• Participate in Service Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge. This may also include training related industry-specific technologies.
• Maintain and care for department tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Mentor and oversee apprentices.

Diagnostic And Mechanical, Electrical, Or Hydraulic Repair

• Perform basic/complex power equipment diagnostics to determine repair needs.
• Diagnose and repair all related systems (disassembly, assembly, and repair).
• Perform customer, manufacturer, or government inspections on equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment (such as forklifts, stackers, electric carts, electric tow trucks, transporters).
• Utilize drill presses, grinders, air compressors, and common hand/ power tools to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on material handling equipment.
• Prepare all reports and forms required in conjunction with job assignments (Work Order submitted immediately at completion of job).