Job Title: Lift Technician – Calgary, AB
We are looking for a skilled Lift Technician to join our team in Calgary, Alberta.
Come and work within a recession-proof industry, enjoy job security, and join a rapidly growing family-operated company that will offer the right candidates with opportunities for career progression.
Responsibilities:
- Inspect, maintain, and service automotive lifts, wheel servicing equipment, and other garage machinery.
- Manage equipment deliveries, installations, and provide comprehensive operational training to customers.
- Conduct performance tests on various equipment to identify and troubleshoot faults or malfunctions.
- Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts and systems using both hand and power tools.
- Test all repaired equipment to ensure it meets manufacturers' specifications and performance standards.
- Maintain a clean, organized work area at all times.
Requirements & Skills:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Prior experience or certification as a lift technician.
- Computer literate and experienced in working with electronic and hydraulic systems.
- Proficient in Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, including energy isolation and control of stored energy.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean abstract for the last 3 years; experience pulling a trailer for equipment transport is required.
- Prior certification or experience operating forklifts and scissor lifts.
- Experience in loading, offloading, and load securement.
- Ability to work after-hours and travel to various customer sites as needed.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with effective written and verbal communication.
Physical & Safety Requirements:
- Anticipate local and out-of-town travel, including occasional overnight stays.
- Ability to independently lift and maneuver parts up to 70 lbs and push/pull up to 1,500 lbs.
- Mandatory use of Electronic Logging Devices (ELD).
- Strict adherence to safety protocols, customer site requirements, and the consistent use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
About Westvac Industrial Ltd.
Since 1997, Westvac Industrial Ltd. has been a leader in the municipal and industrial equipment industry. Headquartered in Acheson, AB, we provide unparalleled service and inventory across Western Canada with branches in Calgary, Saskatoon, and Surrey. We specialize in Heavy and Light Duty Vehicle Lifts, Hydro Excavators, Street Sweepers, Fire Apparatus, and more.
Employment Type & Compensation:
- $27.00 – $38.00 per hour.
- Monday to Friday (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM).
- Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, and Extended Health Care.
- RRSP Contribution and Matching Program.
- Company iPad, phone, and vehicle provided for business use (including fuel and business expenses).
We thank all interested applicants, however, only those under consideration and legally entitled to work in Canada will be contacted.
Westvac Industrial Ltd. appreciates diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all team members. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $27.00-$38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Calgary, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
