Terminal Maintenance

Bandstra-Transportation-Systems-Ltd.-; Smithers; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union position

Complete Group Health plan (medical &d

RRSP matching plan

Job summary

Bandstra Transportation Systems Ltd. is seeking an experienced Terminal Maintenance Person for our Smithers, BC operations. This full-time role supports 40 hours per week with possible 4x10s; start date ASAP.

The position monitors local assets, coordinates repairs with operations, and ensures uptime. Candidates must be organized, physically capable, and able to work in diverse environments, adhering to safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a maintenance / mechanic role
• Commercial Transport Mechanic or Trailer Mechanic certification preferred
• Equipped with appropriate tools
• Valid Class 3 license with air brake endorsement (Class 1 preferred)
• Commercial driving experience is an asset
• Work outdoors in northern BC weather
• Must lift up to 50 lbs
• Strong interpersonal skills and leadership
• Proficient reading, writing and speaking English
• Experience with Office 365 and TruckMate is an asset
• Organized and able to function in a changing environment

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage maintenance work per policy and schedules
• Perform tasks efficiently and address urgent needs
• Ensure equipment condition and repairs comply with regulation and policy
• Perform repairs on Semi trucks, trailers, forklifts and loaders
• Maintain buildings and systems per regulation and policy
• Coordinate facilities maintenance and repairs (siding, fencing, doors, landscaping, snow removal, yard maintenance, paint, electrical, plumbing)
• Develop understanding of local operations and work with Fleet Manager to optimize uptime
• Maintain adherence to Federal and Provincial transportation requirements
• Perform repairs in shop, yard, offices, and roadside as needed
• Provide improvement and preventative repair recommendations
• Uphold company values and professional reputation
• Adhere to safety protocols and report hazards/incidents

Skills

5+ years maintenance experience

Valid Class 3 license with air brake

English reading/writing/speaking

Commercial Transport Mechanic cert (or

Strong interpersonal skills & lead

Organized, self-starter

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Computer & presentation skills

Tools

Office 365

TruckMate

Job description

Interested in a job with Bandstra Transportation?

We are a transportation company, providing LTL & TL, van, deck service and direct customer support across Western Canada. With more than 65 years of service, we have developed a well‑known and solid reputation for providing unparalleled service to our customers. With the experience that comes from servicing everything from the largest mines and manufacturers to the smallest local business, our team is equipped to handle almost any transportation project.

Our people are the key to our success! This is why we have been recognized by Trucking HR Canada as a Top Fleet Employer. From the clerk to the President, each person plays an important role in the overall supply chain, ensuring our customers receive their goods in the time frame they expect. We have a strong commitment to safety, as verified by our COR certification. We operate new equipment, which is continually maintained to the highest standard.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are currently accepting resumes for an experienced Terminal Maintenance person for our Smithers, BC operations. This position requires 40 hours a week with flexibility for 4 x 10 hr shifts Wednesday to Saturday if preferred.

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Nature & Scope of Position

Terminal maintenance personnel monitor all local assets (fixed and rolling) and ensure appropriate repairs are completed. They work with operations and the maintenance team to coordinate needed repairs effectively to maximize equipment uptime while also responding to urgent needs. They keep the local maintenance team and operations informed on potential issues and repair progress. The tasks are wide ranging and ever changing as this position is the go‑to person to keep the local operation and fleet moving smoothly.

This is a detailed oriented and physically demanding position performed in a wide range of working environments inside and out. Candidates must be an organized self starter who is physically capable of lifting, carrying, bending, crawling and reaching in all weather conditions.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Terminal Maintenance Person’s duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Help plan and manage maintenance works according to company policy and planning schedules.
• Perform tasks efficiently.
• Address urgent needs promptly and effectively.
• Ensure equipment condition and repairs comply with government regulation and company policy.
• Perform equipment service and repairs within your ability on Semi trucks, a wide variety of trailers, forklifts and loader.
• Ensure buildings and their systems are in good operating condition and comply with regulation and company policy.
• Perform annual and semi-annual building system services and inspections.
• Perform and/or coordinate facilities maintenance and repair in areas that include, but not limited to, siding, fencing, doors, landscaping, snow removal, yard maintenance, paint, electrical and plumbing.
• Develop a thorough understanding of the local operations and work with the Fleet Manager to optimize uptime and function.
• Maintain policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Federal and Provincial transportation requirements.
• Perform repairs in the shop, yard, offices and roadside as needed.
• Make improvement and preventative repair recommendations.
• Uphold company values and ensure our professional reputation and commitment to service shows in your work.
• Adhere to and promote all company safety protocols, reporting any hazards or incidents immediately.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years in a maintenance / mechanic role that is applicable to our operations and needs.
• Commercial Transport Mechanic or Trailer Mechanic certification is preferred.
• Equipped with appropriate tools
• Valid Class 3 license with air brake endorsement. Class 1 license preferred.
• Commercial driving experience is an asset.
• Have worked outside in all weather conditions experienced in northern BC.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and leadership.
• Proficient reading, writing and speaking English.
• Computer and presentation skills. Experience with office 365 and TruckMate software is an asset.
• Organized and able to function effectively in a constantly changing environment.

Remunerations

• Union position
• Salary based on skills and experience
• Complete Group Health plan (medical and dental)
• RRSP matching plan

Bandstra is always looking for talented individuals who thrive in challenging environments. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short‑listed candidates will be contacted.