Technician Licensed, GSE

The Technician Licensed, GSE is responsible for the repair, diagnosis, and PM of all GSE equipment within the Canadian North equipment list.

This is a rotational position. 3 weeks on, 3 weeks off, 12-hour days, 7 days a week for the rotations. Your three weeks "on" will be based in Yellowknife, NT. Travel assistance and rotational accommodation are provided.

Reporting to: Manager, Ground Support Equipment

Level: As per the GAFAE Collective Agreement

*In accordance with the GAFAE Collective Agreement.

Duties and Responsibilities

Interested candidates should be able to perform the following duties and responsibilities:

• Service, troubleshoot and repair of ground support equipment;
• Ensure that all work carried out is properly documented;
• Maintain care and control of Company publications, tools and equipment;
• Use shop equipment in accordance with safety standards;
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas;
• Provide excellent customer service;
• Ability to travel away from base;
• Other related duties as assigned.
  

Skills and Qualifications

Include, but not limited to, the following minimum skills and qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent related work experience;
• Minimum Five (5) years of previous experience;
• Must possess automotive and heavy equipment repair experience with working knowledge of gasoline, diesel, and propane engines/systems;
• Must hold an Automotive Technician license or Coach/Truck or Heavy Equipment license;
• Inter-provincial certification considered an asset;
• Previous experience with minor welding and fabricating considered an asset;
• Basic knowledge of electronics, fuel injection systems and hydraulic systems considered an asset;
• Must possess a valid drivers license;
• Must possess minimal hand tools;
• Ability to work under minimal supervision;
• Must have the ability to perform physical labour related duties;
• Must have the ability to travel to our remote communities;
• Ability to communicate in Inuktitut an asset;
• Ability to obtain and retain an Airport Restricted Area Pass in accordance with the Airport Restricted Area Access Clearance Program regulated by Transport Canada.

Closing date: January 7th, 2025.