Field Technician

Superior Forklift is a growing material handling equipment dealership operating in Canada. With an entrepreneurial spirit, mission-driven approach, and customer-focused mindset, Superior Forklift has achieved continued success year over year.

Superior Forklift is an integral entity within the Venturis group of companies, representing an extensive network of growing businesses, including over 60 branches and 1400+ employees. Venturis strategically invests in visionary and values-driven organizations operating throughout North America, with expertise in acquiring leading material handling equipment dealerships supporting the construction, industrial, forestry, mining, and agricultural markets, among others.

In addition to our expanding dealership network, the Venturis portfolio includes complementary companies providing financing, freight and logistics, parts manufacturing, industrial parts supply, component rebuilding, training solutions, and marketing.

With a focus on learning and continuous improvement, we are proud to invest in our people and offer a progressive and flexible work culture where you can develop and advance your career while focusing on meaningful work.

The Opportunity

Superior Forklift is currently looking for a Field Technician (Heavy Equipment or Automotive) to join our team in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Reporting to the Service Manager, the Field Technician will be assigned to critical machinery repair tasks required by our loyal customers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

As a Field Technician your key responsibilities will include:

• Adequately diagnose and repair heavy machinery / lift equipment as required by customers
• Build relationships with customers, communicating a clear understanding of job scopes and repair requirements
• Perform planned maintenance and safety inspections on a variety of material handling equipment
• Conduct tasks assigned from the Dispatcher, maintaining communication and providing updates as needed
• Prepare all required parts before visiting job sites
• Actively communicate with the Parts department to ensure required parts are needed, including tracking orders and following up when required
• Complete work order forms for assigned jobs
• Adhere to warranty policies, and complete necessary warranty documentation
• Report any safety incidents according to company policy
• Maintain organized and tidy work environments
• Maintain proper documentation as needed
  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge, and competencies:

• Driver's license (required)
• Provincial Heavy Duty or Automotive Journeyperson’s ticket, or 5+ years of proven experience in a related industry required
• Relevant Red Seal Trade Certification preferred
• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with external customers and internal stakeholders
• Ability to travel to customer sites within the local region
  
  

Benefits & Perks

Superior Forklift is proud to offer competitive compensation and flexible benefits coverage for all eligible employees, including an employer matching RRSP plan:

• Company paid medical health care plan for you and your dependents
• Extended health plan – 100% employer paid
• Dental plan, vision plan, and prescription drug coverage
• Annual health care spending account
• Life insurance, disability insurance, and travel insurance – 100% employer paid
• Sick leave plan – 100% employer paid
• Employee assistance programs
• RRSP matching
• Wellness days
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
  
  

The base pay range for this role is: $37.00 to $44.00 per hour

This is an onsite role based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Superior Forklift & Venturis would like to thank all applicants for their interest, however; only qualified applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition for an interview. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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