Mechanic (forklifts)

Founded in 1960, Liftow is the largest Toyota forklift dealership in North America. As Toyota is the world's most recognized and respected forklift brand, our mission is to provide customers with exceptional material handling equipment, products, training, and customer service while staying true to our core values. Liftow proudly operates full-service branches across Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island.

What we offer:

- Competitive salary;
- Three weeks of vacation;
- Stable daytime schedule, Monday to Friday, supporting work-life balance;
- Company service truck provided;
- Multiple sets of uniforms provided;
- Annual tool allowance;
- Annual safety boot allowance;
- Company cell phone provided;
- Employer-paid benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and more;
- Paid sick days;
- Employer-matched RRSP contributions up to 4%;
- Career advancement opportunities;
- Comprehensive hands-on training program.

Position summary:

As a Toyota Certified Technician, you will diagnose issues, perform repairs, and carry out preventive maintenance on material handling equipment at customer sites.

Responsibilities:

- Perform repairs and maintenance on a variety of material handling equipment and components, including forklifts, stackers, electric pallet trucks, electric tow tractors, and carriers;
- Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on material handling equipment and related components;
- Use digital voltmeters, electronic service manuals, and diagnostic software to troubleshoot and repair equipment;
- Diagnose electrical and electronic system issues;
- Use service manuals and wiring diagrams to diagnose electrical components and wiring;
- Verify completed work and return equipment to customers in clean, safe operating condition;
- Ensure customer work areas are left clean and free of debris, oil, and grease;
- Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

- College Diploma, trade school Certificate, or equivalent work experience;
- 3 to 5 years of experience as an automotive, forklift, heavy equipment, or truck and coach technician;
- Valid driver's licence required.

Skills and qualifications:

- Proven knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems on electric and internal combustion material handling equipment;
- Strong understanding of electrical and electronic fundamentals;
- Experience using hand tools and measuring instruments;
- Knowledge of electrical and electronic diagnostic tools and testing procedures;
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
- Strong customer service skills;
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.

Working conditions:

As a Field Service Technician, you will work in a variety of customer environments, including warehouses, workshops, parking lots, and other industrial settings. These environments may involve varying temperatures, dust, dirt, grease, and moderate to high noise levels. The role frequently requires working in crouched positions or lying on a mechanic's creeper beneath equipment. Candidates must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lb.

Please submit your CV via Auto-jobs.ca.