Service Technician - Resident
- Cranbrook, BC
- On-site
- Posted May 21, 2026
- 1 position
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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The technician is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy construction, forestry, and mining equipment in a shop environment. They must also document all work performed, order necessary parts, and ensure all safety standards are met.
Job details
Brandt is currently seeking a Resident Heavy Equipment Technician for our Construction & Forestry based in Elk Valley, reporting to the our Cranbrook branch. This position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of construction and forestry and mining based equipment and attachments in a shop environment. Note: The shift schedule for this position is 7 days on, 7 days off WHO WE ARE Brandt is a customer driven company, privately owned and family run, strengthened by diversification and succeeding through specialization. We operate over 170 locations across Canada, the USA, Australia, and New Zealand. For nine decades, the people of Brandt have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the hardworking people that we serve. And really, there’s no place we’d rather be because just like them, it’s when we’re working hard and getting things done that we’re at our best. Our success is driven by a passionate belief in the unlimited potential of our company and the ultimate success of our customers and we act on that belief every single day. That’s Powerful Value, Delivered. WHAT YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR * Efficiently and effectively evaluate the working condition of, diagnose, assemble/disassemble, order parts for, and repair equipment * Use secondary materials and equipment safely and efficiently * Use related instruments, hand and power tools, secondary equipment, and computer systems * Accurately and completely document on work orders all machine information, actions taken, and time taken * Continually assess service task hazards and ensure work is performed safely, and to accepted standards * Use computer applications and information systems (i.e. John Deere Service Advisor) to document maintenance, inspection, and diagnosis * Use parts catalogues to locate parts, and order parts from parts personnel * Road test equipment and check attachment operation as required WHAT WE LOOK FOR * Ability to operate Forklift. Trade qualification (Heavy Equipment, Agriculture, Truck/Transport, Automotive) considered as asset. 3 years' relevant experience. * Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. * Possess computer and technical aptitude and knowledge for diagnostics and calibration work. * Possess diagnostic skills to understand mechanical and technical equipment repair needs. * Possess strong time management skills to perform under pressure. * Possess strong communication skills, both written and oral. * Possess a commitment to high quality customer service. WHAT WE OFFER * Competitive compensation: we offer competitive wages that recognize your skills, experience, and contributions. * Continuous Learning: through on-the-job training and educational opportunities. * Opportunities for advancement within a growing company that values initiative and teamwork. * Comprehensive benefits coverage: including health, dental, insurances, and more to support your and your family’s wellbeing. * Retirement savings programs: Company matching pension and RRSP programs to help you invest in your future. When you work for Brandt, we work for you. It’s as simple as that.
What you’ll do
The technician is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy construction, forestry, and mining equipment in a shop environment. They must also document all work performed, order necessary parts, and ensure all safety standards are met.
Requirements
Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience and knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. A trade qualification in heavy equipment, agriculture, or automotive fields is considered an asset.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Retirement savings program
- Pension plan
- RRSP matching
- On-the-job training
- Educational opportunities
Listed skills
- Time management · Preferred
- Technical Documentation · Preferred
- Customer service · Preferred
- Forklift operation · Preferred
- Communication Skills · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Heavy equipment repair
- Diagnostics
- Mechanical systems
- Electrical systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Forklift operation
- Time management
- Technical documentation
- John Deere Service Advisor
- Parts catalog management
- Communication skills
- Customer service
- Equipment Repair
- Continuous Development
- Power Tool Operation
- Agriculture
- Calibration
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Information Systems
- Heavy Equipment
- Forestry
- Forklift Truck
- Time Management
- Cataloguing
- Test Equipment
- Diagnostic Skills
- Teamwork
- Technical Acumen
Job areas
- Trades
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Resident Service Technician
- Heavy Equipment Mechanic
- Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
- Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines
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