Heavy Equipment or Automotive Shop Technician

Job opportunity

Expected salary range

$54.86 / h

Location

Leavitt Industrial Group
Edmonton, AB, Canada

Workplace

On site

Job Description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Leavitt Machinery is one of the fastest growing material handling equipment dealerships in North America. With an entrepreneurial spirit, mission-driven approach, and customer-focused mindset, Leavitt has achieved consistent growth over the past 25 years. With a focus on learning and continuous improvement, we are proud to invest in our people and offer a progressive and flexible work culture where you can develop and advance your career while focusing on meaningful work.

About the role

Leavitt Machinery is looking for a mechanically skilled Shop Technician (Heavy Equipment or Automotive Mechanic) to join our team in Edmonton, Alberta. As the Shop Technician, you will be responsible for completing a variety of heavy equipment repair tasks required by our loyal customers.

This is an onsite role based in Edmonton, Alberta.

Responsibilities

  • Perform mechanical maintenance on a variety of material handling equipment and machinery.
  • Diagnose and complete equipment repairs in a timely manner, providing a variety of repair options that best meet customer needs.
  • Track parts for ongoing service jobs.
  • Complete work order forms.
  • Communicate with the Shop Coordinator, Shop Lead, Service Manager, and Technical Support Center regarding service jobs and repair needs.
  • Proactively identify maintenance and repair opportunities for equipment.
  • Follow established warranty processes.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge, and competencies:

  • At least 5 years of heavy equipment or automotive repair experience in a related industry.
  • Provincial Heavy Duty or Automotive Journeyperson's ticket or a Relevant Red Seal Trade Certification.
  • Experience with hydraulics and diagnosing and servicing electric engines is a strong asset.
  • Previous aerial platform and lift truck experience an asset.
  • Strong communication skills, including the ability to partner effectively with external customers and internal stakeholders.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and strong aptitude for learning and applying mechanical and technical concepts.
  • Strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
  • High school diploma.
  • Valid driver's license.

Benefits

Leavitt Machinery is proud to offer competitive compensation and flexible benefits coverage for all eligible employees, including an employer matching RRSP plan:

  • Company paid medical health care plan for you and your dependents.
  • Dental plan, vision plan, and prescription drug coverage.
  • Annual health care spending account.
  • Life insurance, short term disability, and travel insurance.
  • Sick leave plan – 100% employer paid.
  • Employee assistance programs.
  • RRSP matching.
  • The base pay range for this role is: $47.63 to $54.86 per hour depending on experience.

Leavitt Machinery would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition for an interview.

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Leavitt Industrial Group

Leavitt Industrial Group

Shop Technician in Edmonton performing maintenance and repairs on material handling equipment; base pay is $47.63 to $54.86 per hour depending on experience.

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