Lift Technician

**Job Title: Lift Technician - Winnipeg, MB**

We are looking for a full-time Lift Technician to join our team in Winnipeg Manitoba.

**Responsibilities**:

- Maintain, inspect, and service customers' automotive lifts/hoists, wheel servicing equipment, and other garage equipment, including installations and equipment deliveries/training.
- Conduct diagnostic tests on various equipment to ensure proper performance and inspect for faults and malfunctions.
- Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts, components, or systems using hand and power tools.
- Test repaired equipment for proper performance to meet manufacturers' specifications.
- Provide customer training and demonstrations on various types of equipment for proper operation.
- Ensure cleanliness of work area.

**Requirements & Skills**:

- High school diploma or GED.
- Prior experience or certification as a lift technician.
- Computer literate.
- Experienced in Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, including energy isolation and control of stored energy.
- Proficient in working with electronic and hydraulic equipment, ensuring safe maintenance and repair practices.
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record, with the ability to drive pulling a trailer for transportation of lift equipment.
- Class 3 license.
- Prior certification or experience in scissor lift, and forklift operation.
- Prior experience in loading, offloading, and load securement.
- Ability to work after-hours and travel to various customer sites as required.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Attention to detail.

**Related Physical & Safety Requirements**:

- Travel Travel to customer sites can be anticipated both locally and out of town, including occasional overnights, can be anticipated for this role.
- Proficiency loading, securing, and offloading equipment.
- Conducting demonstrations, and operational training for customers.
- Capacity to independently lift, carry, and maneuver sales materials and lift parts up to 70 pounds, and push/pull up to 1500 pounds.
- Electronic Logging Device (ELD) use is required.
- Adherence to safety policies and protocols, including customer site requirements.
- Proper maintenance and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

**Employment Type & Compensation**:

- $27.00 - $35.00 per hour (Dependent on experience)
- Employment within a recession proof industry
- Dental Care
- Disability Insurance
- Extended Health Care
- Life Insurance
- RRSP Contribution and Matching Program
- Company iPad, phone, and vehicle to use for company purposes
- Business related expenses and fuel to be covered
- Working Monday to Friday (8:00 - 4:30)

**About us**:
For over twenty-five years, Westvac Industrial Ltd. has proven to be a leader in the municipal and industrial equipment industry. Founded in 1997, Westvac Industrial Ltd. has grown exponentially and offers unparalleled service, and inventory, throughout Western Canada.

With our head office located in Acheson AB, Westvac covers all of Western Canada with branch offices in Saskatoon SK, Calgary AB, and Surrey BC. Westvac specializes in three divisions and carries an extensive product line, including Heavy and Light Duty Vehicle Lifts, Hydro Excavators, Street Sweepers, Garbage Trucks, Fire Apparatus, Municipal Tractors, and a variety of other industrial equipment.

We thank all interested applicants, however, only those under consideration and legally entitled to work in Canada will be contacted.
- Westvac Industrial Ltd. appreciates diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all team members. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status. _

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $27.00-$35.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: On the road