About Us
At Vermeer Canada, we’ve been dedicated to enhancing our customers’ businesses since 2000, driven by our commitment to help build sustainable and responsible communities. We’re a family-oriented company with a deep passion for the Vermeer brand and its products. We strive to create an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives, allowing everyone to be their authentic selves. We offer industry-leading compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
Our Business
As a full-service heavy equipment dealership with 16 strategically located branches, Vermeer Canada is committed to helping our customers maximize their business opportunities, increase productivity, and minimize downtime.
Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Apprentice Heavy Equipment Technician to join our team. In this role, you will learn to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair a diverse range of heavy equipment, including Vermeer and other brands. If you are a self-starter with strong hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical aptitude, and you thrive in a customer-focused environment, this role is for you.
What You Will Do
- Troubleshoot equipment failures or malfunctions, initiating parts and field service repairs to reduce or avoid unnecessary customer downtime.
- Test repaired equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on all customer equipment.
- Ensure related documentation, i.e. service reports, timesheets, parts request, etc., are properly completed.
- Review and implement factory service bulletins and other relevant information to keep equipment updated.
- Maintain a professional presence that reflects the high value we place on customer service.
- Clearly explain technical issues to customers in a tactful manner and ensure their satisfaction.
- Prepare accurate job estimates in line with work schedules and promised completion dates.
- Maintain a complete familiarity with the practical operation of all equipment to ensure efficient and effective service.
- Maintain and leave all work areas clean, unobstructed, and in a safe and orderly working condition.
- Adhere to all Company policies and procedures, with particular emphasis on Health and Safety.
- Attend and participate in daily toolbox/safety meetings.
What We Are Looking For
- Highly motivated, self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication skills in both technical and nontechnical aspects.
- Detail-oriented, with a proven track record of producing high-quality work.
- Strong hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with Vermeer, Cat, John Deere, Ditch Witch, and other Horizontal Drilling equipment is a plus.
- 421A, 310T, or 425A apprentices - Level 3
- Valid driver’s license is required.
Travel
No travel is expected of this position.
Learn more about our team at vermeercanada.com.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $27.00-$35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
