Day shift, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 40 hours per week.
Do you have experience repairing and maintaining mobile equipment, particularly forklifts, and enjoy taking on a variety of technical challenges? Are you known for your independence, resourcefulness, and ability to efficiently diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues?
Our client, a well-established family-owned company specializing in forklift sales, repairs, and parts distribution, is looking for a Mobile Equipment Mechanic to join its shop on Montreal’s South Shore. You will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing various types of forklifts. You will play an important role in maintaining equipment reliability and performance while contributing to the quality of service provided to customers.
Tasks
Performing mechanical inspections, preventive maintenance, and corrective repairs on various types of electric, propane, and diesel forklifts.
Identifying issues and determining the causes of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical system failures.
Rebuilding or replacing parts and components, including engines, transmissions, braking systems, and steering systems.
Troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic systems and electrical components to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.
Performing the required inspections and adjustments on new and used forklifts before they are placed into service or delivered.
Refurbishing equipment intended for sale or rental to ensure its reliability and quality.
Conducting operational tests following repairs to confirm that the work has been completed effectively and that the equipment is safe to operate.
Identifying the parts and materials required for each repair and working with the parts department to ensure their availability.
Documenting completed work and keeping work orders and repair records up to date.
Helping maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop while following established work procedures and safety guidelines.
Occasionally travelling to customer locations to perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs directly on their equipment, as needed.
Performing any other duties required for the position.
Advantages
Group insurance coverage including life, travel, prescription drug, dental, and paramedical insurance, with 50% of premiums paid by the employer after the probationary period.
Group RRSP and Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP) with employer contributions.
Free on-site parking.
Easily accessible by public transit.
Customized training plan.
Annual allowance for personal protective equipment (PPE), with uniforms provided.
Respectful, positive, and friendly work environment where your contribution is valued.
Job requirements
Training in automotive mechanics, heavy vehicle mechanics, heavy equipment mechanics, construction equipment mechanics, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience repairing and maintaining mobile equipment, automotive vehicles, heavy vehicles, construction equipment, or similar machinery.
Experience maintaining and repairing forklifts is a strong asset.
Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
Ability to diagnose equipment issues and complete the required repairs with minimal supervision.
Valid Class 5 driver’s licence to occasionally perform service calls at customer locations, as needed.
Knowledge of CSA standards or training in the structural inspection of lifting equipment is an asset.
Forklift operator certification or training is an asset.