Ground Support Equipment Technician

Are you interested in joining one of the world's foremost specialty aerospace and defence contractors? Adecco is currently seeking an experiencedGround Support Equipment Technician, for a full-time, permanent position at a leading Canadian specialty aerospace and defence company in Abbotsford, BC. In this role, you will perform inspections and repairs of Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and carries out mechanical maintenance on company vehicles.

• Job type: Full-time | Permanent Advantages:
• Relocation Package available for eligible candidates. Duties and Responsibilities:
• Participate in company-wide social events and family functions throughout the year.
• Identify maintenance needs according to the schedule or inspection;
• Ensure proper safety equipment such as proper gloves, respirators and eye and ear protection are worn when handling hazardous materials;
• Remove GSE units from service if deemed to be defective, unsafe or in need of repair;
• Take vehicles to the insurance company as necessary to make claims.
• Good work ethic with proven good attendance and punctuality
• Location: Abbotsford, BC
• Perform inspections of GSE.
• Ensure all safety policies and procedures are adhered to when operating equipment and machinery. Requirements and Qualifications:
• Repair, weld, and replace parts on GSE as needed;
• 3 Weeks paid vacation
• Shifts: Monday - Friday | 8 AM - 5 PM
• Must be legally eligible to work and reside in Canada Don't miss out on this Ground Support Equipment Technician job opportunity in Abbotsford, BC. Apply now and you will hear back from an Adecco Recruiter soon.
• Perform regular maintenance checks every two weeks, which includes but is not limited to checking the oil, water, brakes, lights, beacons, windshield, and tire pressure;
• Good general handyman skills: able to use a variety of tools
• Pension matching
• Perform mechanical maintenance of company vehicles.
• Report findings to Facilities Crew Leader.
• Ability to manage multiple assigned tasks to ensure they are completed on time
• Comprehensive benefits package provided, including extended benefits and Employee Resilience Program
• Strong understanding of all mechanical processes and procedures.
• Complete all repairs needed unless the vehicle is under factory warranty;
• Request parts needed to carry out the repairs;
• Undertake visual mechanical inspection of all GSE according to the pre-determined schedule, including but not limited to scissor lifts, boom lifts, tugs, fuel trucks, dollies, scaffolding, forklifts and hydraulic jacks;
• Ensure all co-workers are made aware of hazardous materials being handled around them;
• Wash company vehicles at least once per month;
• Repair all GSE.
• Pick up parts at relevant supplier if necessary;
• Pay Rate: $32.19 - $35.25 / Hour
• Access endorsement training and development opportunities provided by an approved training organization (ATO).
• Certificate in Automotive Mechanics and/or Welding; Forklift, Scissor Lift and Boom Lift
• Minimum 5+ years of experience with general mechanical work
• Work with a leading company that values employee retention and engagement
• Complete support documentation to record inspections completed;
• Document repairs effectively.
• Heavy Duty Mechanic and/or Diesel experience would be an asset
• Disassemble affected components of the GSE, repair or replace components, and reassemble;
• Excellent communication skills: fluent written and verbal English is mandatory
• Ensure all maintenance work tasks are performed in accordance with the company health and safety policies and procedures. Be familiar with and ensure that all workplace conduct is in accordance with Human Resources safety and security policies and procedures.
• 3 to 5 years of experience carrying out automotive or commercial equipment maintenance, including inspection and repair of brakes

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