Job Description

Forbes Bros Ltd. is seeking an experienced Shop Mechanic (full-time, permanent) to support our team in Acheson, Alberta. This position is primarily based out of the shop, however, there are occasions where it will have field work and require travel to local work/project sites.
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Shop Mechanic repairs and overhauls heavy vehicles and industrial equipment at our Acheson, Alberta shop.
Forbes Bros Ltd. has a family-oriented culture that focuses on flexibility, communication, growth & respect in the workplace. Welcome to this exciting career opportunity!
What We Offer:

• Competitive Hourly Wage ($45 - $50)
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Eligibility for Company Pension Program
• Vacation Pay & Stat Holiday Pay
• Frequent opportunities for overtime
• Annual boot allowance of $250 & annual clothing allowance of up to $900
• Family oriented workplace
• Opportunity for career growth and development

Key Responsibilities:

• Lives Forbes Bros. value of WE WORK SAFE & never compromising on safety in all aspects of our every day
• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair mechanical and hydraulic systems and components on a variety of equipment including but not limited to tractor-trailer units and large commercial vehicles
• Conduct regular preventative maintenance tasks and inspections
• Assist with troubleshooting of electrical systems and components
• Maintain service truck and keep stocked with tools and spare parts
• Assist with the start-up and commissioning of new project sites
• Responsible for maintaining the service truck log books
• Responsible for creating and updating work orders within Viewpoint
• Maintain shop tools and work area
• Perform other tasks related to this function as assigned

What We Are Looking For:

• 3+ years related experience as a Heavy Equipment Technician or Mechanic or, Heavy Equipment Technician- Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic (Off Road) or Heavy Equipment Technician - Truck and Transport Mechanic, is required
• Red Seal Endorsement, an asset
• Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic Trade Certification, is required. A combination of education and experience will be considered
• Able and willing to travel to various project sites as required
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment leveraging excellence in time management
• Strong written, oral communication skills and interpersonal skills with ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Physically fit and able to perform manual labor in varying weather conditions and environments, inclusive of heavy lifting

Disclaimer: As per client/site requirements, candidates may be required to undergo pre-access screening.
Forbes Bros Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to best practices in recruiting and hiring to promote diversity and equality in the workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest, however; only those candidates who meet the requirements noted will be contacted.
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