Technician

HME Medical Distribution Ltd. ) is a leading industry supplier of hospital and home care medical equipment alongside assistive devices such as wheelchairs, power chairs, and other mobility aids. We are currently seeking a talented and experienced individual to join our growing team as an Access Technician at our Nanaimo location.

HME is a fast-growing company, with over 140 full-time staff in offices located in Richmond, South Surrey, Victoria, Nanaimo, Kelowna, North Vancouver, Sechelt, Kamloops, and Abbotsford.

We are looking for a motivated, task-oriented individual who can work independently with minimal supervision. Compensation includes a competitive salary, and we provide a friendly team-orientated environment.

Hours for this role are full-time Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. However, working hours may vary according to business needs and employees may be required to work additional hours on evenings and weekends from time to time. HME offers a competitive wage along with a full benefits package inclusive of extended medical benefits.

What you will do for HME:

• Assisting in general warehouse duties such as organizing, stacking inventory, moving equipment, general stock picking as needed.
• Operating any one of HME's service fleet vehicles in a safe and courteous manner throughout the Vancouver Island.
• Delivering, setting up, and installing HME equipment within a client's home and/or facility using HME procedures, when required. This equipment includes wheelchairs, hospital beds, ceiling lifts, stairlifts and ramps, etc.
• Installing HME stairlifts, ceiling lifts, VPLs, ramps, and other accessibility products in client homes and/or facilities.
• Constantly working to improve product and technical knowledge and continuously developing troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Communicating with clients and their families by phone when required to assist in troubleshooting equipment.
• Setting up and inspecting equipment in a manner that ensures the overall cleanliness, safety, and quality of the equipment we are providing.
• weight of up to 100lb is required in some cases.
• Ensuring orders, customizations and equipment adjustments are completed in a timely manner.
• Adhering to HME's Safety procedures to ensure a safe work environment for all.

What you offer:

• Ability to learn and work independently as well as within a team.
• Holder of a valid full BC driver's license - (L* and N* are not acceptable)
• Comfortable with computers – Microsoft Office Suite
• Must have a friendly, positive attitude and possess the ability to have fun while working in a fast-paced environment.
• Moderate lifting capabilities.

What can you expect from us?

• Competitive salary range of $52000 to $56000 per year
• Paid Time-off including Vacation, sick days, and Statutory holidays.
• Extended Health and dental insurance
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) through the Health Benefit Insurance
• Group RRSP matching plan
• Company bonus plans including Profit sharing Program and High-Performance Bonus Pool
• Employee's Friends and Family discount programs
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Steel Toed Boots allowance
• Tenure recognition through our Milestone Program

HME is an equal opportunity employer. This position is a rewarding career with opportunity for advancement within our growing company. Please forward your resume and cover letter to the email address above if you feel you possess the required skills and attributes.

Please note only candidates chosen for interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $52,000.00-$56,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Relocation assistance
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Are you legally entitled to work in Canada? Yes/No
• Do you hold a valid BC Driver's License? (L and N are not acceptable)

Work Location: In person