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.

Leavitt Machinery is now an integral entity within the Venturis group of companies, an integrated and expanding network of businesses, including over 60 branches and 1400 employees across Canada and the USA. Venturis Capital strategically invests in visionary and values-driven organizations, with expertise in the material handling equipment industry.

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 Field Technician (Heavy Equipment or Automotive) to join our team in Calgary, Alberta. Reporting to the Service Manager, the Field Technician will be assigned to critical machinery repair tasks required by our loyal customers. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

As a Field Technician your key responsibilities will include: 

 

• Adequately diagnose and repair heavy machinery and lift equipment as required by customers
• Build relationships with customers, communicating a clear understanding of job scopes and repair requirements
• Conduct tasks assigned from the Dispatcher, maintaining communication and providing updates as needed
• Prepare all required parts before visiting job sites
• Actively communicate with the Parts department to ensure required parts are available
• Complete work order forms for assigned jobs
• Adhere to warranty policies, and complete necessary warranty documentation
• Report any safety incidents according to company policy
• Maintain proper documentation as needed

Required Skills & Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge, and competencies:

 

• Provincial Heavy Duty or Automotive Journeyperson's ticket, or 5+ years of proven experience in a related industry is preferred
• Relevant Red Seal Trade Certification preferred
• Valid driver's license required
• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with external customers and internal stakeholders
• Ability to travel to customer sites within local region as needed

Benefits & Perks

Leavitt Machinery Canada 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, disability insurance, and travel insurance - 100% employer paid
• Sick leave plan - 100% employer paid
• Employee assistance programs
• RRSP matching
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

The base pay range for this role is: $46 to $55 per hour depending on experience. This is a unionized position.

This is an onsite role based in Calgary, AB.

Leavitt Machinery & Venturis 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.

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