At a Glance
- Tasks: Diagnose and repair heavy equipment while ensuring top-notch customer communication.
- Company: Join Leavitt Machinery, a fast-growing leader in material handling equipment.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible benefits, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Be part of a team that values teamwork, safety, and community.
- Why this job: Launch your career with meaningful work and endless growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: 5+ years of repair experience and a valid trade certification required.
The predicted salary is between 53.35 - 53.35 $ per hour.
We put a high premium on the kind of people who dig the details and have the skills to orchestrate them to perfection, especially in a high-energy environment. When carried out well, these core values define our continual success.
Driven by purpose. Lifted by people. At Leavitt Industrial Group, we believe that success is built on the strength of our people. When you join our team, you’re not just taking a job. You’re launching a rewarding and meaningful career path with endless opportunities for development. Whether you’re an emerging talent or an industry veteran, we provide the support, mentorship, and resources to help you excel at every stage of your career. Your ideas are encouraged, your ambitions are recognized, and your contributions are rewarded.
At the core of who we are lies our commitment to keep the world moving. Every day, our products, parts and services do more than just handle goods. Our culture is shaped by our core values, including Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Leadership, Safety, Accountability, and Community & Environment.
Bring your energy, skills, and ambition to one of North America’s fastest-growing private companies—where careers evolve alongside the business, and growth is built into every role. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive range of health benefits and rewards designed to support their well-being and personal and professional growth. This includes but is not limited to:
- Competitive compensation packages
- Annual healthcare spending account
- Retirement savings plan
- Robust orientation, learning, and training programs
- Community support initiatives
Employee satisfaction is a top priority, and we are dedicated to helping our employees thrive. Ready to give your career a lift? Just starting out, moving into leadership, or digging into your discipline? Join us.
The Opportunity: Leavitt Machinery is looking for a mechanically inclined Field Technician (Heavy Equipment or Automotive Mechanic) to join our Service team in Kamloops, B.C. Reporting to the Service Manager, the Field Technician will be assigned to a variety of machinery repair tasks required by our loyal customers.
As a Field Technician your key responsibilities will include:
- Diagnosing, repairing, and completing routine maintenance and safety inspections on a variety of material handling equipment and machinery
- Maintaining effective and consistent communication with the Service Dispatcher regarding ongoing Service jobs, and completing assigned tasks in a timely manner
- Discussing Service job details with customers and communicating a clear understanding of the job scope and repair requirements
- Communicating with the Parts department via phone and email to ensure required parts are ordered, and preparing required parts before visiting job sites
- Maintaining proper documentation where needed, including work order forms and warranty paperwork
- Reporting any safety incidents promptly and adhering to all safety policies
Required Skills & Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge, and competencies:
- At least 5 years of heavy equipment or automotive repair experience in a related industry
- Provincial Heavy Duty or Automotive Journeyperson’s ticket or a Relevant Red Seal Trade Certification is required
- Experience with hydraulics and diagnosing and servicing electric engines is a strong asset
- Previous aerial platform and lift truck experience an asset
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to partner effectively with external customers and internal stakeholders
- Excellent problem-solving skills and strong aptitude for learning and applying mechanical and technical concepts
- Strong work ethic and a positive attitude
- High school diploma
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to customer sites in the region is required
Leavitt Machinery 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
- Dental plan, vision plan, and prescription drug coverage
- Annual health care spending account
- Life insurance, short term disability, and travel insurance
- Sick leave plan – 100% employer paid
- Employee assistance programs
- RRSP matching
The base pay range for this role is: $46.11 to $53.35 per hour depending on experience. This is an onsite role based in Kamloops, BC.
Leavitt Machinery 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 candidates 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.
Field Technician in Kamloops employer: Leavitt Industrial Group
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