Heavy Equipment Technician

Brandt is currently seeking a Service Technician for our Hearst Construction & Forestry location.

This position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of construction and forestry based equipment and attachments in a shop environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Efficiently and effectively evaluate the working condition of, diagnose, assemble/disassemble, order parts for, and repair heavy duty equipment
• Use secondary materials and equipment safely and efficiently
• Use related instruments, hand and power tools, secondary equipment, and computer systems
• Accurately and completely document on work orders all machine information, actions taken, and time taken
• Continually assess service task hazards and ensure work is performed safely, and to accepted standards           
• Use computer applications and information systems (i.e. John Deere Service Advisor) to document maintenance, inspection, and diagnosis
• Use parts catalogues to locate parts, and order parts from parts personnel
• Road test equipment and check attachment operation as required

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• Must have the ability to communicate and work effectively with customers, the service team, and branch personnel
• Outstanding knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Proven computer and technical aptitude and knowledge for diagnostics and calibration work.
• Demonstrated diagnostic skills to understand mechanical and technical equipment repair needs.
• Strong time-management skills to perform effectively under pressure.
• Strong communication skills, showing an appreciation of customer needs.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• A commitment to high quality customer service with a strong people orientation.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

• Certified Journeyperson in the Heavy Duty Equipment technician trade or equivalent designated trade preferred
• Previous mechanical experience in a heavy equipment environment considered an asset
• Experience with electrical diagnosis /troubleshooting and aftertreatment systems considered an asset
• Must be committed to customer service and service excellence

Discover The Brandt Advantage

When you work for Brandt, we work for you.  It’s as simple as that.  That means on-the-job education to develop new skills, advancement opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package and more – all backed by unmatched job security. 

About the Brandt Group of CompaniesThe Brandt Group of Companies — headquartered in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada — is a privately owned manufacturing and distribution company that serves a growing international audience in industries such as agriculture, construction, forestry, rail, mining, steel, transportation, material handling, and energy. The company has 5400+ employees and more than 170 locations in Canada, USA, Australia, and New Zealand. Brandt is one of Canada’s largest privately owned companies and is among an elite group of Platinum Club members of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.
 

• Must have the ability to communicate and work effectively with customers, the service team, and branch personnel
• Outstanding knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Proven computer and technical aptitude and knowledge for diagnostics and calibration work.
• Demonstrated diagnostic skills to understand mechanical and technical equipment repair needs.
• Strong time-management skills to perform effectively under pressure.
• Strong communication skills, showing an appreciation of customer needs.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• A commitment to high quality customer service with a strong people orientation.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds