Field Technician

SMS Equipment is growing ! We are looking for Heavy Equipment Technicians to join our team! In this role you will find solutions, make safety a priority and work with the largest, most advanced earthmoving equipment.

You will be at the forefront helping to keep those machines, and the industry they service, moving! This role is located in Dartmouth.

The shift for this role is 5x2.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Analyse failure and repair required.
• Complete a full report on the repairs and identify the cause of failure for each problem encountered.
• Order parts to complete repairs.
• Adjust, repair and / or replace defective parts.
• Test the equipment once repaired to ensure proper operation and that the repairs meet with customer's requirements.
• Clean, lubricate and perform regular maintenance on equipment.
• Meet scheduled time allotments for repairs.
• Notify Supervisor and / or customer of all repairs needed on machines.
• Once work is completed, sign the work order, request credit for unused parts, collet all documentation (external purchases, etc.

and forward to Supervisor for invoicing.

• Always be aware of the impact of any discussion with customers pertaining to performance of products sold by SMS Equipment.
• Work safely.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by Supervisor.

Qualifications :

The successful candidate will possess a Heavy Equipment Technician Certification, Red Seal is an asset. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Other requirements include :

• Heavy Equipment Technician certification, Red Seal is an asset.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in troubleshooting electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of NPK and Bomag products would be an asset.
• Advanced knowledge of computer software’s and working with a portable unit.
• Hardworking, proactive, self-reliant, team worker and focused on customer service.

Applications will be received until a suitable candidate has been hired.

At SMS Equipment, safety is one of our values and we care for each other, without exception. Our successful candidate is intrinsically motivated and committed to making safe choices, when completing all tasks.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for interview will be contacted.

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, comprehensive group benefits plan, and RRSP matching .

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.