Job Description
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
• Stable schedule (Monday-Friday) promoting work-life balance
• 3 weeks’ vacation
• Annual tool allowance & Annual safety boot allowance
• Uniforms provided (multiple sets)
• Employer paid benefits such as: medical insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and more. You only pay for Disability plans.
• Paid Sick Days
• RRSP 4% Match
• Advancement opportunities
• Extensive hands-on Training program
The Shop Technician diagnoses problems, performs repairs and provides preventative maintenance service on material handling equipment in a MasonLift branch location.
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.
• Performs preventive maintenance and Lift Device Inspection 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 electrical/electronic component diagnosis.
• Ensures work performed is verified and the truck clean and operational for delivery to customer.
• Ensures work area is clean and free of debris, oil and grease.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
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.
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
The Shop Technician will work in a shop environment and would be exposed 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.
AI Use in Our Hiring Process:
As part of our recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help review applications or support parts of the screening process.
All stages of the hiring process are subject to human review, oversight, and final approval. While AI supported tools may assist in certain steps, they do not replace or determine human decision making.
Privacy Policy:
We also take privacy seriously. Any personal information collected during the hiring process is handled responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
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.
