Service Technician - Shop - Afternoon shift

Brandt Group of Companies; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Ongoing training

Career advancement

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement savings programs

Job summary

Brandt Group of Companies in Canada is seeking a Service Technician for our Construction & Forestry branch to work the afternoon shift, Monday–Thursday, 2:30 pm–12:30 am, in our shop. You will repair and maintain heavy‑duty equipment and attachments to keep customers productive.

The role requires diagnosing conditions, ordering parts, using JD Service Advisor, and documenting actions on work orders. Strong safety focus and ability to lift up to 50 lb are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous mechanical experience with heavy equipment preferred.
• Journeyperson certificate in Heavy Duty Equipment trade preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Diagnostics

Tool usage & hand tools

Safety awareness

Customer communication

Record keeping on work orders

Education

Journeyperson in Heavy Duty Equipment technician

Tools

John Deere Service Advisor

Parts catalogues

Job description

Brandt is currently seeking a Service Technician for our Construction & Forestry branch to work the afternoon shift, Monday - Thursday, 2:30 pm-12:30 am, at the location. 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

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 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.