About the Role
Looking for a workplace that values your skills as much as your time? At Bobcat of Hamilton, we believe that a rewarding career starts with a healthy work-life balance, ongoing professional development, and a supportive team environment.
We're currently seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Technician to join our growing service department. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of Bobcat compact equipment while delivering exceptional workmanship and customer service. If you're a motivated technician who takes pride in quality repairs and enjoys working with industry-leading equipment, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a wide range of heavy equipment and attachments with efficiency and precision.
- Perform setup and pre-delivery inspections (PDI) of new equipment.
- Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, diesel engine, and mechanical systems.
- Complete preventative maintenance and scheduled service work.
- Accurately record labour, parts, and materials for each repair order.
- Complete all required manufacturer documentation and service reports.
- Communicate repair progress, findings, and recommendations with the Service Advisor and Shop Foreman.
- Maintain, organize, and care for shop tools, equipment, and work areas.
- Ensure all work is completed safely while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
- Participate in manufacturer training and ongoing professional development as directed by the Service Manager.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience
- Relevant Heavy Equipment Technician trade certification required.
- Red Seal Journeyman certification preferred (or equivalent experience will be considered).
- Experience diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment, construction equipment, agricultural equipment, or similar machinery is considered an asset.
- Strong hydraulic, diesel engine, electrical, and mechanical diagnostic skills.
- Valid driver's licence.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting and work in a physically demanding environment.
- Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
Why Join Bobcat of Hamilton?
At Bobcat of Hamilton, we invest in our people. We believe that providing the right tools, training, and support allows our team members to build long-term, rewarding careers.
We offer:
- Competitive hourly wages (CA$35.00–CA$38.00 per hour)
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- RRSP matching program
- Paid vacation with flexible time off
- Boot allowance
- Tool allowance
- Ongoing manufacturer training and professional development
- Supportive and positive team environment
- Company events
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
If you're passionate about quality workmanship, enjoy solving mechanical challenges, and are looking to join a team that values professionalism, continuous learning, and work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.
About Bobcat of Hamilton
For more than 25 years, Bobcat of Hamilton has been providing equipment solutions to Hamilton and the surrounding area. Our commitment to delivering exceptional service, quality parts, equipment sales, rentals, and customer support has made us a trusted partner for contractors, municipalities, landscapers, and property owners throughout the region.
If you're passionate about quality workmanship, enjoy solving mechanical challenges, and are looking to build your career with a company that values professionalism, continuous learning, and work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $35.00-$38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
