Service Technician Trainee

Overview

Bar W Petroleum & Electric is a diverse contracting and service company serving the Industrial/Commercial Electrical Industry and the Downstream Petroleum Industry in Western Canada. Bar W was established in 1988 and is owned and operated by the United Farmers of Alberta since 2007.

Are you interested in becoming a Service Technician or do you have experience in the downstream maintenance, electrical, calibration and construction industry? Do you have knowledge of tank rental and mobile cardlock solutions? Bar W is the place for you. Reporting to the Service Manager
, you will be an integral part of our team performing electronic and mechanical repairs. You will conduct in-house and on-site repairs to our customers’ businesses while applying Bar W processes and regulations and working closely with our customers.

Our technicians specialize in the Retail/Commercial Gas Stations, Cardlock/Bulk Petroleum sites, carwashes, and Commercial/Industrial Electrical Services for maintenance and construction in Western Canada, Yukon & NWT.

• (In Training) Perform electronic and mechanical repairs including on-site and in-house repairs of equipment and technology.
• (In Training) Installation, repair and preventative maintenance of all fuel dispensing and related equipment.
• (In Training) Repair carwash operating equipment at various stations.
• Maintain customer relationships by managing allocated calls to improve service and reduce costs. This includes planning for adequate tools and equipment necessary for efficient work.
• Contribute to new ideas for operational and technical improvements to existing equipment and technology.
• Complete all required documentation correctly and in a timely manner.
• Ensure safe practices are followed in accordance with Health and Safety policies and practices.

• High school diploma.
• Experience in mechanical and petroleum troubleshooting is an asset.
• Required to complete and be certified in CPCA PM1 Training.
• Fluent in operation of FSM mobile software operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge about computerized machinery and proficient use of hand tools.
• Proven strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Valid Class 5 license with a clean driver's abstract.
• Willingness to pursue continuing education opportunities to enhance performance.
• Ability to maintain a strong technical knowledge of assigned equipment through on-the-job training and training programs.

• Our team focuses on work-life balance.
• Required to work away from home and overnight as needed.
• When scheduled, available to be on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for service calls.

This is a safety-sensitive position. The successful applicant will be required to pass a drug and alcohol screening (negative result) and a criminal background check (if applicable) as a condition of employment.

• Competitive compensation, annual incentive program and overtime eligibility.
• Employer-paid benefits: health, dental, health care spending account, personal spending account (health and fitness) & more.
• RRSP program.
• Paid vacation.
• Employee and family assistance program.
• Career progression with an industry-leading team of experts.
• Company/personal safety program.

UFA is one of Canada’s largest agricultural co-operatives. We’re a multi-billion-dollar organization that supports our 127,000+ members and the industries and communities that drive Western Canada’s economy. If you require accommodation during the application or selection process, please contact

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• A Business with a Purpose – Join a member-owned co-operative with a mission that matters: improving the well-being of our members, helping them feed the world, and enabling investment in local communities.
• Recognized and Rewarded for Your Performance – At UFA, success is shared. You’ll own your work and be recognized for both individual and organizational results.
• Work-Life Success – We prioritize safety, respect your time, and offer flexible options and comprehensive benefits to support your life inside and outside of work.
• We Help Each Other Grow – Our collaborative culture fosters growth through hands-on experience, mentorship, training, educational support, and diverse career paths.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.