Equipment Maintenance Specialist - Chilliwack, Canada - Brookdale Treeland Nurseries Ltd

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A cornerstone and industry leader in the Canadian horticulture field, Brookdale Treeland Nurseries have been beautifying private gardens and community green spaces for 39 years.

Despite our longevity in the plant and garden industry, we aspire to continue learning and growing as the market expands and our customer's needs change.

We invite you to join our team of professionals and green space advocates. Help us chart a path into the bright future of Canadian Greenscapes.


What you will be doing:


  • Effect repairs on equipment such as tractors, John Deere Gators, conveyor belts, potting machine, nursery wagons, irrigation systems, as needed.
  • Establish and carry out preventative maintenance schedules.
  • Perform minor repairs on any building or structures, as required.
  • Maintain an efficient and clean workshop.
  • Oversee the current stock of electric, pneumatic and hand tools, and purchase more as necessary.
  • Be the company contact for any outside vendors such as electricians, heating contractors, welders, fabricators, etc.
  • Seek replacement parts or equipment, either from established vendors, or by sourcing new vendors.
  • Maintain a detailed repair and maintenance log.
  • Maintain a stock of key spare parts such as bearings, fuses, chains, starter motors, wheel spindles, etc.

What we need from you:


  • Experience with engine repair and an interest in fixing things in general
  • Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize.
  • An ability to communicate and articulate.
  • A high level of initiative to work alone and prioritize a daily work load.
  • An ability to solve problems and troubleshoot.
  • Experience with Excel for keeping logs and records.
  • An understanding of schematics and blueprints for the sake of identifying equipment parts.
  • A competent and safe handling of tools.
  • Must possess a valid class 5 license.
Possession of a forklift certificate is preferred but not essential.


Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
$22.00-$25.00 per hour


Benefits:


  • Casual dress
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Onsite parking

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:


Health and safety of our staff is the top priority We have robust COVID-19 Safety Protocols that at minimum meet the guidelines set forth by Public Health.

This includes a Health and Safety Vaccine Policy.


Work Location:
One location

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