Founded in 1960, Liftow is North America's largest Toyota forklift dealership. As Toyota is the world's leading forklift brand, our mission at Liftow is to provide exceptional material handling equipment, products, training, and customer service to our clients. With a deep commitment to our core values, Liftow proudly operates full-service branches across Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island.
Liftow Offers
Competitive salary
3 weeks’ vacation
Employer paid benefits such as: medical insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and more. You only pay for Disability plans.
Paid Sick Days
RRSP Match
Advancement opportunities
Extensive hands-on Training program
Reporting Branch: Prince George, BC
Working areas: Prince Rupert, Terrace, Kitimat areas
Position Summary
The Field Service Technician diagnoses problems, performs repairs and provides preventative maintenance service on material handling equipment at a customer’s site.
Specific Accountabilities
Performs repairs and services on various types of material handling equipment and its components including forklifts, stackers, electric carts, electric tow trucks, transporters, Yard Tractors, Container Handlers & other mobile material handling equipment.
Performs preventative maintenance at prescribed intervals of time and repairs on various types of material handling equipment including forklifts, stackers, electric carts, electric tow trucks, transporters.
Sound knowledge of utilizing electronic manuals, use of digital voltage meters and applicable diagnostic software for repairing/servicing of material handling equipment
Sound knowledge of electricaland hydraulic diagnostics
Uses instruction manuals, wiring diagrams and hydraulic schematicsto diagnose components and system failures.
Ensures work performed is verified and the truck returned to the customer clean and operational.
Ensures customer work area is clean and free of debris, oil, and grease.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Be able to self-manage administration duties, and documentation of work performed.
Qualifications
Education & Work Experience
College diploma and/or completion of a trade school certification or equivalent work experience. 3-5 years’ experience as an auto, forklift, heavy equipment or truck and coach mechanic. A valid driver’s license is required.
Experience repairing Toyota Products preferred. A valid driver’s license is required.
Competencies and Skills
Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems of battery and Internal Combustion powered material handling equipment.
Knowledge of electrical/hydraulics and electronic/ hydraulic principles.
Knowledge of the use of hand tools and measuring devices.
Knowledge of the use of electrical/electronic diagnostic tools/measurements and hydraulic diagnostic equipment.
Effective analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal, written and communication skills.
Customer service oriented.
Ability to be flexible and work in a fast paced and changing environment.
Working Conditions
A Field Service Technician will work in a variety of environments depending on customer facilities such as a warehouse, shop, parking lot etc. Including varying temperatures and subjected to dust, dirt, grease, and noise levels ranging from moderate to loud. Frequently works in a crouched position or on back lying on mechanic’s dolly beneath motor vehicle equipment. Requires the ability to lift 50 pounds.
Liftow is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds including minorities and those with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
