DESCRIPTION

The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in servicing vehicles. Also, the individual requires a 310S license or be working towards obtaining one of these accreditations. The perfect candidate is someone versatile, willing to work on different equipment individually or as a team, customer service focused and with a positive attitude.
A Vehicle Technician at Lopes is focused on servicing our diverse internal fleet. This position is responsible for diagnosing and repairing all types of maintenance issues in our vehicles, but also on trucks and other heavy equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of practical experience with motor vehicles and heavy equipment
• Hold 310S license or ability to obtain it within 12 months of employment
• Strong diagnostic skills and able to perform repairs to a variety of cars and equipment
• Willingness to enroll in other apprenticeship; Must maintain membership/registration with respective Government Agencies
• Proficiency in the use of trades tools
• Current driver’s license class G or class 5
• Basic computer skills preferred for data entry into maintenance systems
• Ability to work in non-climate-controlled conditions
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions
• Ability to work alone, under tight deadlines and prioritize tasks
• Work safely and efficiently / Attention to detail
  Please note that applicants must be currently entitled to work, legally, in Canada.
  Lopes is committed to hire the most qualified individuals for each position based on experience and merit. Accommodation will be extended throughout the hiring process, as required and upon request.
  We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee will be required to remember and understand certain instructions, guidelines or other information. The employee must be able to see and verbally communicate. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to move frequently, stand up and walk for extended period of time and sit. The employee is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The employee must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Work Location: In perso

FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all levels of maintenance including but not limited to vehicle/equipment inspection, changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Perform mechanical and general appearance reconditioning of equipment.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the repair and diagnosis of – with some assistance: Engines (gas and diesel), power train to include differentials, transmissions, clutches, drive shafts, wheel ends, electrical systems including starters and alternators, HVAC systems, steering systems, engine bolt on items such as turbos, fan clutches, injectors, cooling system etc., brake systems, including ABS, suspension systems (spring and air).
• Road test vehicles when necessary to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
• Identify and determine parts required for repair of disassembled units
• Identify warrantable repairs.
• Maintain work area appearance and safety.
• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists.
• Adjust and replace brakes, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
• Raise trucks and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Inspect and test defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
• Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by manager.

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee will be required to remember and understand certain instructions, guidelines or other information. The employee must be able to see and verbally communicate. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to move frequently, stand up and walk for extended period of time and sit. The employee is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The employee must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg