Road Service Technician - Calgary (2023-8469)

We are a solutions-driven, customer-focused provider of material handling, storage, and automated systems solutions and we take pride in knowing that your actions boost our customers’ productivity. We are looking for customer-focused, self-starting individuals to join our team and make a difference. If that sounds like you, join the Johnston Equipment team today!

Position Summary

Are you good with your hands, have a knack for all things technical? Join Johnston Equipment as a Road Service Technician.

As the Road Service Technician, you will be conducting maintenance checks and diagnosing repairs for lift trucks and carousels at customer sites.

How You’ll Make An Impact

You will be responsible for the overall operational integrity and condition of trucks with the following responsibilities:

What You’ll Bring To The Table

Why You’ll love it here

While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

G.N. Johnston Equipment is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.

About Johnston Equipment

Johnston Equipment provides material handling equipment to move product in, out and throughout warehouses; service solutions and tools to better manage warehouse productivity; racking, storage and automated system solutions to optimize the storage and movement of goods; and programs to protect material handling assets and the people who utilize them. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced solutions as well as provide the highest quality service.

We are growing and need talented professionals to drive our vision to create an effortless experience for our customers by delivering our products and services in an efficient and safe manner. Join us…. Make a difference!

• Automotive Certification (310S) or Heavy Duty Technician Certification (421A) an asset.
• Experience with industrial equipment that involves lifting / rigging, maintaining, dismantling, and installing machinery and industrial mechanical service equipment.
• Diagnose and order parts according to technical manuals.
• We trust and support you - take ownership of your work and push your ideas from inception to execution.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Customer service oriented.
• Examine overall operational integrity and condition of the trucks.
• We offer a competitive salary, incentive program, and an excellent benefits package.
• Able to interpret and implement technical procedures.
• Solid knowledge of general Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
• Ability to be flexible and work in a fast paced and changing environment.
• We want to see you grow - we support your career progression and provide learning and development opportunities.
• Document and analyze breakdowns based on standard procedures.
• Effective analytical and problem solving skills.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Find defective or worn out mechanical or electrical parts then communicating and executing next steps for repair solutions to the customer.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems of battery and engine powered material handling equipment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of the use of hand tools and measuring devices, knowledge of the use of electrical/electronic diagnostic tools/measurements.
• As a technician, you are the front line contact between GNJ and the customer, so you are comfortable with client contact as well as being technical savvy.
• High school completion or equivalent education proficiency and/or minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Mechanical Technician or equivalent related experience.
• Experience aligning above equipment, using dial indicators/calipers, micrometers, hoists or jacks is a plus.

Additional Qualifications

Education

• Post secondary education
• High School is required
• Lift Capacity Inspection Technician Certificate an asset
• Automotive Technician Certificate or Designation preferred is required
• Certificates & Designations

Skills

• Organizational Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Valid Drivers Licence
• A driver’s abstract will be required upon acceptance of an offer and must meet company policy.
• Provides Information in timely manner
• Clear and Concise (oral and written communication)
• Works Effectively with Others
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Bona fide job requirement
• Demonstrates Functional Expertise
• Manual Dexterity
• Courteous and Professional Manner
• Business Knowledge and Improvement, Identify Solutions
• Time Management
• Attentive and Active Listening
• Collaborates with Others
• Maintains Productive Relationships
• Mechanical
• Work Experience, 2 Years - Related Experience
• Achieves Results
• Communicates Effectively
• Committed to Customers, Customer Service