Overview
Finning Canada
Number of Openings:
1
Worker Type:
Permanent
Position Overview:
Join the Finning Canada family, part of the world’s largest Caterpillar dealer. We are currently looking for a dedicated Journeyperson Welder who would be willing to obtain their Heavy Duty Mechanic ticket or already has obtained their HET Ticket. In this position, you will be responsible for the field maintenance and repair of a variety of Caterpillar products.
If you are a safety conscious team player, self-motivated, autonomous, detail-oriented and possess your Journeyperson Welder certification with a valid driver’s license, then you are exactly who we are looking for!
Job Description:
Maintain and repair Caterpillar expanded mining equipment
Perform routine maintenance work
Occasional work at heights and confined spaces
Frequent bending, squatting, climbing, and lifting/pushing of up to 45 pounds without assistance
Complete technical documentation (service reports, warranty, crossover notes)
Interact with customers, sales support, and the rest of the Finning team
Work with the Service Supervisor and Leadhand on various tasks as required
Troubleshoot and repair Caterpillar equipment and other brands as required, with a specific emphasis on the electrical aspects of power generation equipment
Perform field diagnosis and field running repairs as required
Utilize Caterpillar SIS and ET daily
Complete technical documentation (service reports, warranty, crossover notes)
Interact with customers, sales support, and the rest of the Finning team
Work with the Service Supervisor and Leadhand on various tasks as required
Qualifications:
Interprovincial Welder Certification
Interprovincial Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) Certification, or having an apprenticeship towards being an HET underway
Previous fabrication and machining experience
Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently
Computer literate and have the ability to contribute positively to a safe team environment
Valid driver’s license with a successful recent drivers abstract
Safety conscious team player with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a high attention to detail
Strong welding aptitude with a knowledge of parts and service
Successful completion of the vertical, flat, and overhead test for both SMAW and FCAW is necessary for successful candidacy
Understanding of the Caterpillar expanded mining product line would be considered an asset
Notes:
Potential earning salary up to $130,000
Competitive pension and benefits
Employee Share Purchase Program
Paid Vacation
Overtime eligibility
Boot and Tool allowance
This position is based out of our Finning Red Deer branch on a Monday-Friday, 5×2 shift rotation
We are committed to diversity at Finning, to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and as an equal opportunity employer we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Finning does not discriminate against applicants based on genders, races, national and ethnic origins, religions, ages, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities.