Equipment Repair Technician Job in Fort Mcmurray, Alberta Canada
RED-D-ARC (a division of Airgas) is North America’s largest welder rental company. We presently operate a rental fleet of over 45,000 welding machines from 40+ locations in the USA and Canada. Our business includes rentals, leasing and used new sales of welding equipment and related accessories.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Rebuild, repair and maintain welding equipment, applying knowledge of machine repair and industrial electrics. Inspects machine and observes operation to detect cause of malfunction. Disassembles machines using hand tools. Selects replacement parts lists and catalogs, or repairs parts, such as motor drive controls, motors, belts, transformers, bushings, bearings, and gears. Solders loose connections and rewires electrical circuits. Reassembles machine, using hand tools, welding and brazing equipment, and measuring instruments. Sets up and starts repaired machine to verify operation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Perform major and minor repairs of welding equipment, and associated equipment utilizing vendor technical manuals and wiring schematics.
- Refurbish equipment – tear down, inspect, repair, clean and paint.
- Communicate by phone and in person with vendors, customers, sales staff, store managers and others, providing information on cost, repair times, etc.
- Maintain maintenance log to document time and supplies to accurately bill customers.
- Perform research to inquiries as necessary.
- Practice good shopkeeping, i.e. keeping work areas clean and hazard-free.
- Operate a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.
Some knowledge of mechanics and electricity is required and a preference will be given to those with an understanding of welding processes. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work independently. Must be able to provide exceptional customer service. Some overtime may be required. Red-D-Arc promotes a drug free work environment.