Apply to Heavy Equipment Mechanic Opportunity in Owen Sound, ON

Talon Recruiting has partnered with a leading farm equipment dealer in search of Heavy Equipment Mechanics to join their teams based in Chesley, Mount Forest, Walton, and Owen Sound, ON. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in fast-paced environment with a strong potential for future growth and career advancement.

Job description

This position offers a rewarding career in the Agriculture industry as well as a competitive compensation package including competitive wages, flexible extended health care benefits, RRSP match, store discounts and bi-weekly bonus pay!

Job Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and perform general and preventative maintenance on customer equipment in the shop or at the customer site
• Performs electronic and physical diagnostic tests to check whether equipment and components are secure and are working properly
• Isolates the systems or components that might have caused the problem
• Operates equipment for testing, diagnosing and troubleshooting purposes or diagnose using various tools and equipment
• Maintains efficiency and accuracy in diagnosing as well as repairing equipment
• Tests and adjust equipment to specifications for proper performance
• Effectively communicates with customers about equipment issues and solutions
• Efficiently creates accurate quotes for repairs on equipment
• Performs general cleaning and maintenance of shop environment and company vehicles
• Welds and fabricates parts and equipment as needed
• Rebuilds equipment as needed (motors, PTO shafts, front axles etc.)
• Must complete manufacturer training and certifications as required
• Must be available for on call services as required

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and communication (written & verbal) skills.
• Ability to lift in excess of 50lbs
• Ability to install, maintain and repair mechanical and electronic agricultural equipment
• Detail oriented and excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Demonstrates a professional demeanor, respect and commitment to service excellence.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of pertinent data
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure with simultaneous deadlines

Education

• Diploma or Certificate in Farm Equipment Technician, Heavy Equipment Technician or vocational equivalent preferred
• Valid G Driver's License

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Vision care

Please send resumes to nate@talonrecruiting.com