Maintenance Technician

At Wolseley Canada, our leading-edge is the knowledge and insight found in every corner of our organization. Here, you’ll build strong relationships and support critical industries that touch the lives of Canadians. Every day, we show up with intention and pride; in ourselves, our associates, and our customers. You’ll have a solid foundation to try new things, uncover new possibilities, challenge yourself, and grow your career. Does this sound like somewhere you’d like to be?

Wolseley Canada is the leading wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC/R, waterworks and industrial products in the country and working here means, a network of possibilities, a place you are valued and a higher standard.

Join the Pros!

James Electric Motor Services Ltd., a Wolseley Company, is an industry leader in providing replacement, repair, installation, maintenance and retrofitting for Electric Pumps, Motors, Fans and Blowers across key industries throughout Western Canada.

For over 50 years, James Electric has been a customer driven company striving to provide customer service excellence, quality parts, service and repairs from our Calgary facility.  Our employees enjoy stable employment, competitive compensation, pension opt-in, and group benefits.

James Electric sees teamwork, knowledge and experience of equal importance, as well as diversity, inclusion and equity.

This position is a Journeyperson Shop Service Technician within the Pump, Electric Motor, Fan and Blower sales, repair and installation industry.  It is a Full Time (Permanent) role with an 8-hour weekday shift and overtime as delegated.

What’s in it for you:

• Life insurance, dental, vision care and wellness programs featuring paid basic coverage with opt-in scalable, employee paid coverage available
• Employee assistance program
• Opt-in RRSP based company pension
• Career development and training opportunities with reimbursement available
• Bonus programs that include annual performance and profit sharing
• Employee discounts on top brands of plumbing and HVAC/R products at Wolseley Canada
• Hourly income with wage scaled based on years of education and experience
• Annual bonus available based on company performance
• Paid vacation, sick time and day off on your birthday

What you will do:

• Contribute your skills to a customer focused culture of technical proficiency and dedication to work safety
• Diagnose and estimate repairs to Pumps, Electric Motors, Fans and Blowers; familiarity with Smart Pumps, Fire Pumps and VFDs an asset
• In-shop disassembly and inspection of HVAC, submersible and vertically mounted pumps and motors; disassembly, cleaning, and repair as authorized by the customer
• Work efficiently in a fast-moving commercial / industrial repair facility.  Professional communication skills and dedication to customer service excellence is required

What you will bring:

• Minimum Grade 12 (Alberta) diploma or out of province equivalent
• Current status as a journeyperson.  Millwright is the preferred trade.  EMST and plumber will be considered.
• You must be capable of operating shop equipment, power and hand tools
• You should possess excellent mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity; you must supply your mechanical hand tools
• Ability to work collaboratively in a professional team environment
• You must be well organized, detail oriented both in performance of key responsibilities and post-work reporting (paper and digital documentation)

Physical Requirements:

• Standing for extended periods of time
• Lifting, pulling, and pushing (up to 50 Lbs. required – over 50 Lbs. discretionary)

Each resume submitted gets individually reviewed by our team and retained for 24 months if other new and exciting opportunities arise that match your skills and qualifications.

Please note: This position requires the result of a satisfactory criminal record check.  A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.

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