Field Technician; Heavy Equipment or Automotive

Position: Field Technician (Heavy Equipment or Automotive)
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Field Technician (Heavy Equipment or Automotive)   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.
The Opportunity
Leavitt Machinery  is looking for a mechanically inclined  Field Technician  (Heavy Equipment or Automotive Mechanic) to join our Service team in  Kitimat, B.C.  Reporting to the Service Manager, the Field Technician will be assigned to a variety of machinery repair tasks required by our loyal customers.
As a Field Technician your key responsibilities will include:
Diagnosing, repairing, and completing routine maintenance and safety inspections on a variety of material handling equipment and machinery
Maintaining effective and consistent communication with the Service Dispatcher regarding ongoing Service jobs, and completing assigned tasks in a timely manner
Discussing Service job details with customers and communicating a clear understanding of the job scope and repair requirements
Communicating with the Parts department via phone and email to ensure required parts are ordered, and preparing required parts before visiting job sites
Maintaining proper documentation where needed, including work order forms and warranty paperwork
Reporting any safety incidents promptly and adhering to all safety policies
Required

Skills & Qualifications
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 and ability to travel to customer sites in the region is required
Ability to travel out of town to customer sites overnight is required
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
Boot and tool allowance
The base pay range for this role is: $50.57 to $56.18 per hour depending on experience.
This is an  onsite  role based in  Kitimat, BC.
Leavitt Machinery would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition for an interview. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.