Field Technician (Heavy Equipment or Automotive)

Leavitt Machinery is seeking a Field Technician (Heavy Equipment or Automotive) in Cambridge, ON. The role involves performing maintenance, diagnosing repairs, and communicating with customers and parts departments. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience, relevant certifications, and a valid driver's license. Benefits include competitive pay, medical coverage, and professional development opportunities. This is an onsite position.
Leavitt Machinery is one of the fastest growing material handling equipment dealerships in North America. With an entrepreneurial spirit, mission-driven approach, and customer-focused mindset, Leavitt has achieved consistent growth over the past 25 years.

Leavitt Machinery is now an integral entity within the Venturis group of companies, an integrated and expanding network of businesses, including over 60+ branches and 1400+ employees across Canada and the USA. Venturis Capital strategically invests in visionary and values-driven organizations, with expertise in the material handling equipment industry.

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

Leavitt Machinery is looking for a skilled Field Technician (Heavy Equipment or Automotive) to join our team in Cambridge, Ontario. 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:
• Performing maintenance and safety inspections on a variety of material handling equipment
• Adequately diagnosing and repairing various makes of equipment as required by customers
• Conducting tasks assigned from the Dispatcher, maintaining communication and providing updates as needed
• Reviewing and discussing job details with customers
• Actively communicating with the Parts department via phone and email to ensure required parts are ordered
• Maintaining proper documentation as needed

Required Skills & Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge, and competencies:
• 5+ years of heavy equipment or automotive repair experience in a related industry is preferred
• Possession of a 310S Automotive Technician, 310T Truck Technician, or a 282E Powered Lift Truck Technician certification is an asset
• Experience with hydraulics and diagnosing and servicing electric engines a strong asset
• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with external customers and internal stakeholders
• Valid Driver’s License required

Benefits & Perks

Leavitt Machinery Canada 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, disability insurance, and travel insurance – 100% employer paid
• Sick leave plan – 100% employer paid
• Employee assistance programs
• RRSP matching
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

The base pay rate for this role is $41.50 per hour, depending on experience.

This is an onsite role based in Cambridge, Ontario.

Leavitt Machinery & 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 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.

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