Mechanic

Road Technician

Our ideal Service Technician will have mechanical experience in automotive, heavy equipment, millwright or truck/coach. Mechanical experience in the lift truck industry is considered a definite asset. Experience in hydraulics and propane systems is preferred.

About Liftow

Liftow is the largest Toyota Forklift dealership in North America, established in 1960. With Toyota being ranked #1 forklift in the world and our values, our mission at Liftow is to provide our clients with the most exceptional material handling equipment, products, training, and customer service in the industry. Liftow Canada operates full-service branches in ON, QC, NB, NS, NL and P.E.I.

Liftow Offers

• Competitive salary
• 3 weeks’ vacation paid
• Great benefits paid 100% by the employer: medical insurance, dental, vision, disability coverage, life insurance and more
• Paid Sick Days
• RRSP Match
• Advancement opportunities
• No flat rate
• Boot Allowance
• Company cell phone
• Our Road Service Techs get service van with gas, insurance and repair expenses covered
• Extensive hands-on Training program
• Continually grow and develop with the Liftow team through our in-house training teams that are focused on your success

Specific Accountabilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of material handling equipment and its components including forklifts, stackers, electric carts, electric tow trucks, transporters.
• Use grinders, drill presses, air compressors, and common hand and power tools.
• Use instruction manuals and wiring diagrams to diagnose components, and electrical wiring.

Education & Work Experience

High school completion or equivalent education proficiency and/or 1-3 years’ experience as an auto, forklift, heavy equipment or truck and coach mechanic OR certified auto or heavy equipment mechanic. Experience repairing Toyota machines is preferred.

A valid driver’s license is required. Provincial Propane license and Power Lift Truck License (PLT) are preferred but not a requirement.

Competencies and Skills

• Knowledge of the use of hand tools and measuring devices
• Knowledge of the use of electrical/electronic diagnostic tools/measurements
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Customer service oriented

Please note that this position requires a Clear Driver’s Abstract. This check must be satisfactory for an employment offer to be extended unconditionally.

Liftow is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds including minorities and those with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From $30.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday (daytime)
• Stable schedule

Experience:

• Customer Service: 2 years (Desired)
• Hydraulic system: 1 year (Desirable)
• Automotive Technician: 2 years (Required)
• Heavy Equipment: 2 years (Desired)

Licence/Certification:

• Driver's license (required)

Work Location: On the road