J.D. Irving's Woodlands Division,a leader in East Coast forestry and forest products industry known for its commitment to quality products, service, and sound environmental management, is seeking a licensed Automotive Technician / Automotive Technician Apprentice to join our equipment maintenance garage operations located in Deersdale, NB.This job opportunity is ideal for someone looking to grow their career and skills!
What We Offer
- $2000 signing bonus (Red Seal only)
- Competitive pay rate between $25-$43 (based on licenses and experience)
- Monthly performance bonus of $150-$355
- Day shift, Monday-Friday from 7am-4:30pm
- Overtime paid after 45 hours and a minimum 3.5 hour call-in
- Access to home cooked meals from our local cookhouse
- Yearly clothing and tool allowance
- Discount perks including gym memberships, hotel rooms, phone plans, insurance among many others
- Regular safety & job‑related training
Responsibilities
- Work on a fleet of ¼ ton, half ton and ¾ ton trucks as well as a variety of large equipment such as road graders, excavators, dump trucks, loaders, log trucks and trailers on an as needed basis.
- Troubleshooting equipment and perform equipment repairs
- Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with brakes, electrical, a/c etc.
- Conduct inspections and repairs to ensure fleet is in valuable working condition
- Collaborate with the operations team to ensure prompt and efficient equipment mobilization
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace
- Utilize work order system to maintain records
- Work with supervisors on different tasks
- Provide support for onsite safety requirements
- Other garage‑related activities as required
Qualifications
- Red Seal Automotive Technician certification or Automotive Technician Apprentice (Block 1 minimum) with the motivations to grow your skills and experience
- 5+ years of experience as an Automotive Service Technician/Mechanic possessing strong skills in diagnosing, testing, and repairing vehicle systems with specialized tools and diagnostic equipment
- Strong welding and fabrication skills is an asset
- Valid drivers license and clean drivers abstract are essential
- Dedicated to safety
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
- Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment