Overview

About Falcon Equipment:

We are a thriving network of Heavy Equipment Professionals, specializing in the areas of Lifting, Municipal and Rail Solutions. Since 1988, we have grown to become Western Canada’s premier choice for heavy-duty truck equipment and a leading provider/dealer of mobile crane (articulating and telescopic) solutions. We are looking for outstanding individuals like you to add to our growing force.


About the Opportunities:

Falcon Equipment is currently seeking a Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic / Technician / Welder and/or Apprentice for our Nanaimo, BC facility located on Vancouver Island.

This position is part of our busy Service Shop and responsible for:

  • Performing maintenance, repairs and testing on our customers’ various types of equipment focusing on truck-mounted cranes and a variety of municipal and rail equipment
  • Completing some minor fabrication work
  • Installing and assembling equipment and supporting systems
  • Performing other duties as required

Our ideal candidates will have:

  • At least 3 years previous related experience with heavy equipment or proven mechanical abilities
  • Their Red Seal Certification as a Heavy Duty Equipment Technician / Mechanic
  • Or will be in their 3rd or 4th year of their apprenticeship with related heavy equipment experience
  • Strong hydraulic and electrical experience and knowledge
  • Solid mechanical skills with the ability to troubleshoot problems and read schematics
  • The ability to maneuver in and around heavy equipment
  • Excellent communication skills and enjoy working as part of a team
  • The ability to work independently
  • Your own tools
  • Forklift certification
  • A welding ticket and/or experience is a definite asset
  • A Class 5 driver’s license with air endorsement

About the Benefits:

The successful candidates will be rewarded with a competitive salary, based on their skills and experience. In addition, they’ll also receive access to a wide range of benefits, including:

  • 100% prescription coverage and paramedical coverage
  • 100% basic dental coverage
  • Long-term disability (LTD)
  • Employee family assistance program
  • Paid sick days
  • Paid vacation available in the first year of employment
  • RRSP/DPSP plan with matching contribution by the company
  • Premiums if you hold a current occupational first aid ticket
  • Opportunities for overtime
  • Opportunities for training and development
  • Non-unionized environment
  • Balanced work/life with casual and fun professional atmosphere
  • Social events including summer BBQ’s, lunches and seasonal parties

Come join our Falcon Family and don’t miss this great opportunity to grow your career with a dynamic organization that cares about its’ people! Apply today!

Falcon Equipment is an equal opportunity employer.

  • We thank all interested applicants; however, only those under consideration shall be contacted.

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