Shop Technician

Levitt-Safety is recruiting for a Shop Technician to inspect and maintain fire and life safety equipment such as extinguishers, cylinders, breathing apparatus, and other equipment that keeps our customers safe in Edmonton.

About the Role

Based primarily in our shop in Edmonton, you will be provided full training to support our customers and mobile technicians. You will build your career with us through formal technical training and certifications from our manufacturers, as well as hands-on training with our experienced team. 

Main Responsibilities

• General shop duties will include:
• Maintenance and repair of fire extinguishers
• Hydro-testing of various extinguishers
• Perform Fall Protection Soft goods inspection
• Repair/maintain/refill supplied and self-contained breathing apparatus.
• Inspect, install and maintain various types of Fire & Life Safety Equipment systems for a variety of customers. May require occasional on-site pick up or service of customer equipment
• Timely and accurate completion and submission of reports and work orders
• Participate in mandatory safety training and industry certifications
• Maintaining a clean work environment within the branch service areas, service vehicles or customer locations
• Attending off-site training sessions and branch meetings as requested.
• Be an ongoing contributor to the continuous development of Job Hazard Analysis’s and Safe Work Practices relevant to the position
• Other duties as assigned

What We Offer

• Full-time, salaried, Monday to Friday position with paid vacation and other time away from work benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, EAP and other group health insurance benefits for you and your family
• Annual profit-sharing opportunities
• Company-matched RRSP contribution plan
• Opportunity to build your career with an established organization and a team that is truly passionate about health and safety
• A company culture based on our Face of Levitt-Safety Fundamentals and family values, where we truly believe that people are our most important asset

Ideal Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude, a passion for safety and great communication skills are the most important qualifications as our new team member
• A valid drivers’ license and clean drivers abstract is required
• Experience working in a mechanical shop or equivalent hands-on role is a strong asset
• Prior customer service experience will help you work effectively with our customers, both internal and external
• You are naturally good with technology, and are used to working with computers and mobile devices
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted, coupled with good hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity is required for this role involving work with all types of equipment, tools, and small parts

Levitt-Safety is committed to the principle of employment equity in the workplace and ensures that our practices of hiring are based on qualifications and ability.  We invite all applicants, including persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Indigenous Peoples to apply for our career opportunities. We understand that experience comes in many forms and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds.  If you require any accommodation in the application process, please contact us at talent@levitt-safety.com in the application. We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.