Heavy Equipment Technician, Journeyperson

SMS Equipment Inc.•Whitehorse, YT

7h•Onsite

About The Position

SMS Equipment is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician with a Journeyperson certification to join their team. This role is responsible for providing repairs, overhauls, and new builds for construction and mining related equipment, utilizing logic and deductive reasoning for diagnostics and troubleshooting. The position is located in Whitehorse, YK.

Requirements

Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician certification.
Strong commitment to safety
Experience in repair/maintenance of heavy equipment
Strong written and verbal communication
Valid Class 5 Drivers License

Nice To Haves

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Some positions may require the ability to travel and meet customer site requirements
Experience with Komatsu equipment is considered an asset
Interprovincial Red Seal is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Performing assemblies, preventative maintenance, repairs and complete overhauls on heavy equipment.
Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized or other testing equipment to determine the extent of repair required.
Make recommendations regarding extent of repairs and suggest methods of improvement.
Think logically and keep up with changes in technology.
Interpret work order and technical manuals.
Complete job specific reports and paperwork as needed.
Have a strong awareness and attitude towards workplace health and safety.
Work remotely in adverse weather conditions.
Job tasks may be physically demanding lifting up to 50 lbs.
Confined Space work is required.