Mobile Mechanic

Over 100 years in business, the Arrow Group of Companies has led the way in developing service focused transportation solutions by working with a broad range of customers, hauling a wider variety of products, and expanding our presence throughout Canada and the United States. Arrow is an industry leading transportation, distribution and materials handling organization.

We are looking for a Mobile Mechanic to join our Portable Wood Processing division in Kamloops, BC.

The Mobile Mechanic is responsible for coordinating, scheduling, and performing maintenance activities for a fleet of heavy haul and bush grind trucks and equipment. This position will perform mechanical repairs and diagnostics in the field and may move trucks and/or equipment to and from job sites and repair facilities. The Mechanic ensures that all fleet assets are safe, compliant, and in optimal working condition to support continuous operations.

• →Schedule and coordinate regular maintenance, inspections, and repairs for trucks and equipment
• →Perform mechanical and electrical repairs in the field (e.g., hoses, fittings, tires, lights, batteries, and basic troubleshooting)
• →Diagnose issues and coordinate more complex repairs with certified technicians or external shops
• →Provide routine maintenance on tractors, trailers and mobile equipment such as excavators, graders and wheel loaders
• →Check all equipment for proper performance and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• →May operate mobile shop vehicle to repair vehicles in field
• →May operate Class 1 vehicles to move units between job sites, shops, and yards as needed
• →Assist in recovery and transport of disabled units from remote or bush locations
• →Liaise with drivers, mechanics, and vendors to ensure timely service and minimal downtime
• →Operate equipment such as truck cab computers, 2-way radios, and telephones to exchange necessary information with bases, dispatch, supervisors, or other drivers
• →Complete electronic logs of working hours and of vehicle service and repair status
• →Ensure that all customers, co-workers and the public are dealt with professionally and with respect
• →Maintain safe working conditions and adhere to Occupational Health and Safety regulations
• →Perform incidental welding repairs on equipment
• →Will keep track of truck and trailer downtime and let team know when a unit is OOS and when it is back in service
• →Will communicate with drivers on needed repairs and you will be responsible to prioritize the repairs
• →From time to time we may do other repairs for other divisions and invoice through TMT
• →Other duties as required

• Journeyman's certificate, Red Seal, or equivalent qualification
• Proven mechanical abilities in hydraulics and electrical, including schematics and diagnostics.
• Recent experience with routine maintenance operations.
• Ability to work independently in remote/bush environments.
• Comfortable using computers and learning new software applications.
• Clean driver’s abstract with no suspensions
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening
• At least two previous supervisory references
• Valid Class 1 Drivers license is preferred
• Previous experience coordinating fleet maintenance, or heavy equipment is an asset
• Solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Ability to deal with people tactfully and professionally at all times
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Embody Arrow's core values: Safety, Quality, Integrity, Responsibility, Teamwork, and Fun! 

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