Heavy Duty Mechanic

Are you a methodical thinker who enjoys finding solutions, makes safety a priority and is excited about working with heavy equipment?

Are you eager to work for a company who is known for its culture, employee satisfaction and growth opportunities? If this sounds like you, keep reading.

At SMS Equipment, our Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) is responsible for providing repairs and maintenance on construction-related equipment.

This position will employ logic and deductive reasoning in diagnosing and troubleshooting in an independent environment.

The shift rotation for this position is 5x2.

The wage for this role is between $37.95 to $45.95, depending on years of experience.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Performing assemblies, preventative maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized or other testing equipment to determine the extent of repair required.
• Make recommendations regarding extent of repairs and suggest methods of improvement.
• Think logically and keep up with changes in technology.
• Interpret work order and technical manuals.
• Complete job specific reports and paperwork as needed.
• Have a strong awareness and attitude towards workplace health and safety.
• Motivated and able to work in a challenging environment with minimal supervision.
• Work remotely in adverse weather conditions. Job tasks may be physically demanding lifting up to 50 lbs. Confined Space work is required.

Qualifications :

The successful candidate will possess a Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician certification. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Other requirements include :

• Strong commitment to safety
• Experience in field repair / maintenance of heavy equipment
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Some positions may require the ability to travel and meet customer site requirements
• Experience with Komatsu equipment is considered an asset

At SMS Equipment, safety is one of our values. Our successful candidate is intrinsically motivated and committed to making safe choices, when completing all tasks.

SMS Equipment offers rewarding careers in the heavy equipment industry across Canada. As the largest Komatsu dealer in North America, SMS Equipment gives you the opportunity to represent world-class quality in our product offerings and customer service.

A few of the many benefits of working with SMS Equipment include : competitive wages and benefits.

We subscribe to the principle of employment equity and apply an equal access employment program for women, aboriginals, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and people with disabilities.