Mechanic

Job Description

About Walker

Walker Industries, a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operates from its base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We employ more than 1,200 people in environmental waste management and recovery, renewable energy, paving and construction, aggregates, and emulsions chemistries.

Growth and transformation are a natural part of our business, and our employees evolve with us.

We are looking for a Mechanic at our Walker Environmental Division Compound located in Niagara.

Mechanic

You are a certified Mechanic, Truck or Coach Technician (310T). You are a strong team player who enjoys servicing and troubleshooting vehicles and equipment, as well as performing preventive maintenance on equipment. You are able to work independently, interpreting work orders and technical manuals, maintaining work logs and meeting deadlines. 

You're perfect for this job because you are:
 

• Analytical - you process information quickly; you enjoy troubleshooting and creating solutions.
• Careful - you take the time to get the job done correctly and safely. You watch for maintenance indicators and anticipate problems before they happen.
• Driven - "good" isn't good enough for you. You actively look for ways to maximize your role and make our whole operation better.
• Helpful - you'll be joining a collaborative team that's small but mighty. Your helpfulness will make the whole team stronger.

This is a unionized, hourly position. We offer a rate of $38.00 per hour to start and after the 3-month probationary period is over you will be increased to $39.00 per hour, and receive full benefits and pension plan. Your uniform and tools will be provided.

We're looking for someone with these skills and qualifications:
 

• Truck or Coach Technician (310T)
• Experience repairing and maintaining trucks through inspection, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems.
• Knowledge of construction/heavy equipment would be an asset, especially hydraulics, electronics and automation systems.
• Able to lift 60lbs
• Valid driver's license

Experience the Benefits of Working at Walker

Career Support
 

• Education reimbursement, training, and professional development opportunities
• Internal advancement opportunities at all levels
• Reimbursement of professional dues and tuition

Health & Well Being
 

• Wellness subsidy to support healthy lifestyle
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Culture & Community
 

• 2 paid volunteer days per year
• Social and networking events

Salary/Wage & Benefits
 

• Competitive salary including a bonus component
• Group health/dental/vision/prescription drug plans
• Paid vacation days
• Short-term and long-term disability plans
• Term life insurance and critical illness
• Retirement programs including Pension, RRSP and TFSA

To learn more, visit walkerind.com

About Us

Walker Industries, a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operates from its base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We employ more than 1,200 people in environmental waste management and recovery, renewable energy, paving and construction, aggregates, and emulsions chemistries. Growth and transformation are a natural part of our business and our employees evolve with us.

About the Team

Walker is the product of strong family heritage, driven by the rich and diverse history of the businesses it has developed, grown and acquired over the past century. Passed down through five generations of the Walker family, we remain committed to doing the right thing for employees, customers, the environment and the communities we are proud to call home. That is the Walker way. Our vision is to build a sustainable future working in partnership with our communities. Our mission is to support communities through what we do, how we do it, and by caring about our people, our neighbours and the environment. It is our legacy and our future. Empowering talent and innovation.

At Walker, we invest in our people. We advocate for our employees by giving them the tools they need to excel. Their creativity, diversity and passion drives our vision of sustainability and responsible resource management. Whether heavy equipment operators, chemists, accountants or administrative staff, we all have one thing in common - we use our expertise to bring the Walker vision to life.