Heavy Duty Mechanic

Our ideal Service Technician will have mechanical experience in automotive, heavy equipment, millwright or truck / coach.

Mechanical experience in the lift truck industry is considered a definite asset. Experience in hydraulics and propane systems is preferred.

About Liftow :

Liftow is the largest Toyota Forklift dealership in North America, established in 1960. With Toyota being ranked #1 forklift in the world and our values, our mission at Liftow is to provide our clients with the most exceptional material handling equipment, products, training, and customer service in the industry.

Liftow Canada operates full-service branches in ON, QC, NB, NS, NL and P.E.I.

Liftow Offers :

• Competitive salary
• 3 weeks’ vacation
• Employer paid benefits such as : medical insurance, dental, vision, disability coverage, life insurance and more
• Paid Sick Days
• RRSP Match
• Advancement opportunities
• No flat rate
• Boot Allowance
• Company cell phone
• Our Road Service Techs get service van with gas, insurance and repair expenses covered
• Extensive hands-on Training program
• A stable company with 60 years of business excellence

Position Summary :

The Road Service Technician diagnoses problems, performs repairs and provides preventative maintenance service on material handling equipment at a customer’s site.

Specific Accountabilities :

• Performs repairs and services on various types of material handling equipment and its components including forklifts, stackers, electric carts, electric tow trucks, transporters.
• Performs preventive maintenance and Lift Device Inspection at prescribed intervals of time and repairs on various types of material handling equipment including forklifts, stackers, electric carts, electric tow trucks, transporters.
• Sound knowledge of utilizing electronic manuals, use of digital voltage meters and applicable diagnostic software for repairing / servicing of material handling equipment.
• Sound knowledge of electrical / electronic component diagnosis.
• Uses instruction manuals and wiring diagrams to diagnose components, and electrical wiring.
• Ensures work performed is verified and the truck returned to the customer clean and operational.
• Ensures customer work area is clean and free of debris, oil and grease.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Education & Work Experience :

College diploma and / or completion of a trade school certification or equivalent work experience. 3-5 years’ experience as an auto, forklift, heavy equipment or truck and coach mechanic.

A valid driver’s license is required.

Experience repairing Toyota Products preferred. A valid driver’s license and provincial propane license (ICE-IE-P or ICE-P) are required.

Power Lift Truck License (PLT) is preferred.

Competencies and Skills :

• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems of battery and Internal Combustion powered material handling equipment
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic principles
• Knowledge of the use of hand tools and measuring devices
• Knowledge of the use of electrical / electronic diagnostic tools / measurements
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal, written and communication skills
• Customer service oriented
• Ability to be flexible and work in a fast paced and changing environment

Working Conditions :

A Road Service Technician will work in a variety of environments depending on customer facilities such as a warehouse, shop, parking lot etc.

Including varying temperatures and subjected to dust, dirt, grease and noise levels ranging from moderate to loud. Frequently works in a crouched position or on back lying on mechanic’s dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment.

Requires the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Please note that this position requires a Clear Driver’s Abstract . This check must be satisfactory for an employment offer to be extended unconditionally.

Liftow is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds including minorities and those with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.