Shop Technician (Sudbury)

Levitt-Safety Limited; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Levitt-Safety Limited is seeking a Shop Technician for their Sudbury branch. The role involves inspection and maintenance of fire extinguishers and safety equipment, with a focus on training and career growth in fire protection services. Candidates should possess mechanical aptitude and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a shop environment is an asset.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs unassisted.
• Good hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydro-testing of extinguishers and cylinders.
• Maintain shop equipment and assist in repairs.
• Provide field assistance to outside technicians.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Job description

Greater Sudbury, ON, Canada Req #57

Friday, October 28, 2022

Levitt-Safety has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a SHOP TECHNCIAN in our Sudbury branch.

Summary

Levitt-Safety is currently recruiting a Shop Technician to perform Fire Services to train and work in the inspection and maintenance of fire extinguishers, and Fire and Life safety equipment for our customer base in Sudbury and Northwestern Ontario. The responsibilities for this position will be split at approximately 80% performing inside shop technician duties, 15% assisting in providing mobile service work on customer sites, and 5% performing other duties as needed.

We are willing to train the right candidate who is willing to grow and pursue a career in fire and life protection services.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Train to perform Hydro-Testing of both low and high pressure extinguishers and cylinders as required
• Filling and repairing extinguishers and cylinders as needed
• Maintaining shop equipment and working with the Service Supervisor for repairs as needed
• Ensuring safe use of all shop tools and equipment including use of company service vehicle
• Timely and accurate completion and submission of paperwork
• Participate in mandatory safety training and industry certifications
• Provide warranty repair and service as necessary
• Provide field assistance to outside technicians as required
• Fit Testing services both in house and at customer sites as required
• Pickup and delivery of service work and completed jobs as required
• Work under the guidance of the Ontario Service Manager, Sudbury Service Supervisor, and Service Coordinator assigned
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a shop environment, an asset
• Mechanical aptitude with a background in troubleshooting equipment is ideal
• Previous experience communicating with customers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good computer skills
• Clean drivers abstract
  
  

Physical Safety Requirements

Requirements

This is a physically demanding and safety-sensitive role involving various types of equipment and work environments. As such the following are core requirements for this role:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs unassisted, coupled with good hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Physically able to work in restricted or confined workspaces, including using ladders and walkways on large equipment
• Able to pass pre-employment and periodic drug and alcohol testing as well as criminal background checks
• Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination is required as part of our pre-employment checks, subject to requirements for accommodation.
  
  

Levitt-Safety is committed to the principle of employment equity in the workplace and ensures that our practices of hiring are based on qualifications and ability. We invite all applicants, including persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Indigenous Peoples to apply for our career opportunities. We understand that experience comes in many forms and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. If you require any accommodation in the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] in the application. We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.

Other details

• Job Family Service
• Pay Type Salary
  
  

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