Palmer Johnson has a great opportunity for a Service Technician in Burnaby, BC. The Service Technician is responsible for working on teardown, inspection, assembly and testing of off-highway components including marine gears, powershift transmissions, torque converters, planetary axles, transfer cases and industrial power take-offs, as well as working on heavy-duty off-highway equipment.

Who are we? Palmer Johnson is a dynamic industry leader committed to providing superior customer service. We're a North American remanufacturer and authorized distributor of heavy-duty off-highway transmissions, axles and components, representing such vendors as Twin Disc, ZF, Dana, Kessler, Funk (John Deere), Carraro, and more. Equipment OEM lines include JLG, Genie, Hyster, JCB, Manitou-Gehl, Haulotte, Brandt Hi-Rail Trucks and more. With 45 years of excellence, we know that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing an atmosphere that encourages growth, creativity, and job satisfaction.

Responsibilities: The Service Technician is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with service and re-manufacturing customers and vendors. This is accomplished by identifying and providing solutions to component malfunctions and failures through the inspection, diagnosis, repair, reconditioning, and preparation of equipment (unit) in a satisfactory and timely fashion, both in-house and in the field.

Qualifications: How do you know if you are the right fit for this job…if you can answer the following questions “yes!” then we want you to apply!

• Do you have experience working with heavy equipment?
• Have you previously worked on powertrain components (heavy-duty or automotive)?
• Are you enrolled/interested in a mechanical apprenticeship program?
• Do you have certification in diesel or automotive (preferred but not required)?
• Are you skilled in troubleshooting, failure analysis, and basic hydraulic/electrical principles?
• Are you able to work independently with minimal or no guidance?
• Are you able to read assembly manuals, drawings, and schematics?
• Do you have a valid driver's license?
• Are you in good physical condition (the ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand for 8 consecutive hours)?
• Do you have the ability to communicate well with customers and have a strong sense of urgency?

Our Service Technicians work a M-F daytime shift. We provide ongoing OEM factory training on specific product lines and technicians are encouraged to attend other training programs that will improve their job skills. We enjoy a fun, flexible, and un-corporate culture and care about our people's personal well-being, health, and safety. If this sounds like everything you are looking for in your career, now is the time to apply! PJ is a market leader in a niche industry and we pride ourselves on being a small, privately-owned company.

How to Apply: Apply on our website at www.pjpower.com. A real human will review your information and get back to you if we think you're a great fit. This position requires a background check, human performance evaluation, and illicit drug screen.

Palmer Johnson is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce representing the many personalities and cultures in our world. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.