Mechanical Assembler

As a Cab Assembler, you will fit and assemble components according to engineering diagrams and documents to build cabs (operator control stations) for heavy forestry equipment. To excel in this role, a combination of technical skills is required, including both problem solving and mechanical aptitude.

Location: 54 Morton Avenue East, Brantford, ON

Dedicated Afternoon Shift: 3:00pm - 1:30pm; Monday - Thursday

Shift Premium: $3.00 per hour in addition to the base rate.

Job Duties

• Read and follow diagrams, drawings, specifications, bills of material, parts lists, and instructions to accurately assemble components.
• Utilize hand, power, and pneumatic tools to complete assembly tasks.
• Operate lifting devices such as jib cranes to complete assembly installations.
• Test and check electrical assemblies and wiring for proper connections.
• Repair or replace defective assemblies, components, and accessories.
• Ensure meticulous assembly through fit and alignment.
• Verify equipment functions and quality standards to prevent faulty products from reaching customers.

Skills and Experience

• Ability to adapt to a changing work environment, handle competing demands, and deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Assembly tasks require collaboration with coworkers; effective communication and reasoning skills are essential when working on projects that involve multiple team members.
• Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination are required.
• Physical requirements include the use of strength such as pulling, pushing, lifting and/or moving objects during the work, as well as standing, climbing, kneeling, and bending.

Qualifications

• Previous related experience maintaining or repairing recreational vehicles, landscaping equipment, small engine repair, pre-apprenticeship training or other general construction/trades courses.
• Mechanical skills using hand tools and power tools.
• Experience reading blueprints or assembly drawings is an asset.

What We Can Offer You

• Family-Oriented Company: Lots of social events, BBQ's, pizza parties and more
• Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing: In addition to competitive wages, we celebrate our financial success together through profit sharing.
• RRSP Matching Program: Retirement planning? We've got your back
• Skills Development and Training Reimbursement: An opportunity to self-identify industry-related learning opportunities available for pre-approval and repayment.
• Company-Paid Healthcare Benefits and EAP: Your well-being matters. Our healthcare benefits go beyond prescriptions and medications. Take advantage of massages, physiotherapy, vision coverage and more Plus, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) offers many exciting free programs.
• Active Social Committee: Take part in our annual family picnic, adult and children's Christmas parties, theatre events, sporting events and tournaments, family outings, and discounted admission prices for attractions across Ontario

Why work for Tigercat?

We're more than just a company – we're a tight-knit family, who thrives on teamwork and is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation. We believe in fostering a safe, encouraging and collaborative environment where your contributions and talents are valued and supported.

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Tigercat strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection processes, please contact Human Resources for assistance. Click here to read more about Tigercat's Accessibility Plan.