Journeyman/woman Small Engine/Automotive Technicians

Major Responsibilities:

· Demonstrate safety leadership and safe work practices at all times

· Work in accordance with ULS policies and procedures

· Troubleshoot and service various maintenance, construction, and snow/ice removal equipment in both a shop environment and in the field as required

· Utilize manuals and diagnostic equipment to perform work duties

· Work with Supply chain to ensure consumables are in stock

· Maintain work orders (Triage job opportunities in SharePoint)

· Assist in the management of repairs

· Ensure safety and cleanliness of shop

· Complete safety training as required

· Use of Hydrostatic tools and equipment

· Install replacement parts

· Fabrication of engineered alterations

· Use mechanical lifting devices and winches

Education, Experience, Required Skills:

Basic/Required Qualifications

· Valid Journeyman Heavy Duty and/or Automotive Technician ticket

· Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in a similar role

· Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License and proof of current Driver’s Abstract

· Possesses own tools

· Ability to read and comprehend work orders

· Effective verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to manage tasks in a timely and efficient manner

· Demonstrated willingness to learn and succeed

· Ability to take direction and work independently as well as part of a team

· Legally Authorized to Work in Canada with no restrictions

Preferred Qualifications

· Proficiency with computer maintenance programs

· First Aid Training

· Experience with commercial mowing equipment (Toro, Jacobson, Hustler and Kubota)

· Experience with Tow Trucks will be an asset

· Hydraulic experience

· Diesel engine diagnostic experience

Working conditions:

· Work schedule of 5 days per week/8 hours per day

· Working within both indoor (60-80%) and outdoor (up to 40%) work environments; ability to withstand cold and hot temperatures, dusty and loud work environments

· Mechanical aptitude

· Full range of body motion; including repetitive motions which specifically affect upper body use

• Considerable standing, walking, squatting, pushing/pulling, grasping, lifting and reaching
• Some climbing, sitting and driving
• Manual and finger dexterity as well as eye-hand and foot coordination
• Ability to perform tasks involving heavy lifting/carrying of items up to 80lbs