Heavy Duty Mechanic

Fort Garry Industries is Canada's most trusted truck and trailer parts, sales and service provider. The Fort Garry Industries group of companies has over 500 employees with locations across Canada. 

With over 100 years of service under our belt, Fort Garry Industries is always expanding and looking for talented and motivated people to join our team and help with our continued success!

Fort Garry Industries has an exciting opportunity for a Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our team at our Edmonton location.

What You Will Do:

• Uphold and embody FGI Customer Service Standards and Core Values with customers, colleagues and stakeholders
• Champion FGI's safety culture by performing all duties within established procedures and practices
• Repair and replace hydraulic pumps, safety valves, and any other necessary mechanical components
• Perform incidental welding operations on steel and/or aluminum equipment
• Diagnose defects in heavy duty equipment and perform required mechanical repairs
• Perform repairs & preventative maintenance services on heavy/medium trucks and trailers
• Diagnose & troubleshoot mechanical & electrical failures
• Ensure documentation is complete and accurate.
• Other duties as assigned

What We Require:

• 2nd year heavy duty mechanic apprentice or equivalent experience preferred. All levels of mechanic encouraged to apply
• MUST BE ABLE to meet the physical requirements: Lift up to 75lbs, able to work while kneeling/squatting and crouching, work at varying heights and enclosed areas
• Demonstrated understanding of highway truck and automotive wiring
• Install experience for plow, sanders, dump boxes etc. as asset
• Excellent Customer Service skills – dedicated to exceeding expectations of internal and external customers.
• Strong written and verbal skills – ability to write and speak succinctly with customers and colleagues.
• Basic to proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (email, word, excel) and ability to learn in-house systems.

What We Offer:

• A Highly Competitive Wage – eligible for a yearly bonus
• An Extended Health Care Plan which includes;
  • Dental/Vision Benefits
  • Health Spending Account
  • Sick Pay Allowance
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Investment Opportunities
• A Continuous Learning Environment
• A Casual Dress Code
• A Fun and Supportive Work Environment

Fort Garry Industries welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Fort Garry Industries is committed to the principle of Employment Equity. It is our goal to achieve a workforce that is reflective of the citizens we serve. Employment Equity promotes the principles of fairness, merit and equitable employment representation. Fort Garry Industries values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous People, Visible Minorities and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Creating a culture of equality isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s also the smart thing.

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