Forklift Technician / Heavy Equipment Technician
About The Position
WM is North America's leading provider of comprehensive waste management environmental services. We partner with our customers and the communities we serve to manage and reduce waste at each stage from collection to disposal, while recovering valuable resources and creating clean, renewable energy. As a Heavy Equipment Technician at WM, you will be responsible for the service and repair of heavy equipment like Forklift, bulldozers, scrapers & front end loaders. This equipment is vital to the work we do, so your work will be recognized and valued for the impact it has on our operation. Our heavy equipment mechanics take their careers to the next level by working on equipment that requires a high level of skill – and determination. Our waste disposal sites operate a rigorous cleaning schedule to protect the working environment for all our employees.
Requirements
- 3 years of maintenance mechanic experience on heavy equipment
- Must be a licensed Heavy Equipment Mechanic OR registered Apprentice.
- Must have experience repairing Forklifts.
- A valid driver’s license, with an acceptable driving record
- Be over 18 years of age.
- Legally eligible to work in Canada.
- Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Successfully complete and pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.
Nice To Haves
- Thrive while working independently.
- Take accountability for the quality and standard of their work.
- Good communicators who are ready to support other colleagues.
- Curious and determined fixers.
Responsibilities
- Repair equipment including, but not limited to, Forklift, bulldozers, scrapers, backhoes, front end loaders, yard trucks, farm tractors, forklifts, and company cars.
- Diagnose and repair differentials, hydraulic systems, motors, transmissions, drives, air conditioning systems, and electrical systems.
- Preventative maintenance as set out by the site checklist.
- Paperwork and admin tasks such as work orders, card files, P.M. checklists, and oil samples.
- Service and maintains other equipment such as light plants, water pump, welders, and other equipment.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Stock purchase plan
- Company matching on a RRSP
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Personal days
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
