Our Northstar Access yard in Port Coquitlam, BC is where we house and store our gear and equipment. We are currently looking to grow our team through the addition of a Swing Stage Mechanic. The Mechanic facilitates the maintenance and movement of our swing stage and scaffold gear to our customers who rent the material or have us assemble it for their project. Our Swing Stage Mechanics are responsible for the inspecting, maintaining, servicing, shipping, and receiving of our gear at our yard operations, as well as servicing equipment onsite at customer locations.
Position Responsibilities:
- Safety checks and inspections of gear and equipment
- Perform part inspections on serialized assets
- Maintain Hilti asset management system
- Complete equipment maintenance /technical repairs both at our yard and onsite at customer locations
- Loading and unloading delivery vehicles in a safe manner with lifting up to 100lbs
- Preparing orders and ensuring gear accuracy
- Counting, stacking, and organizing swing stage/ scaffold gear
- Responsible for keeping the swing stage shop and yard clean and organized
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety by adhering to safe work practices and the Northstar Scaffold Safety Philosophy
- Use and clean tools required on the worksites
- May operate company vehicle to deliver gear or visit worksites
- Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
- Highschool diploma or working towards one
- 2+ years of experience as a mechanic on mechanized access solutions preferred
- 2+ years of technical expertise in maintaining and servicing swing stages required
- Class 5 license
- Forklift license an asset
- Capable of lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50lbs and occasionally up to 100lbs
- A team player who works well with others and train new members as required
- Willingness and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Swing stage and scaffolding knowledge an asset
About the Company:
Northstar Access has been a trusted provider of scaffolding, shoring, swing stages, and other access solutions in Canada for over 50 years. Northstar's customers depend on them for high-quality products, exceptional installation services, industry-leading experience, and a dedicated focus on safety. Since 2012, Northstar has expanded from its original location in Southern Ontario, and now operates from 5 branches across Ontario, Manitoba and British Columbia, employing more than 250 experienced professionals.
You'll love working at Northstar Access because:
The People. You will be surrounded by some of the most talented, smart, supportive, and passionate teams – people you can be proud to work with.
The Business. Northstar Access Inc is an industry leader in access solutions in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia.
Management & Ownership. Northstar's ownership and management team are long-term focused. We are focused on making the right long-term decisions for the business and bringing in values-orientated individuals who can grow with the company over the long term. Being privately-owned and Canadian focused, we are not focused on quarterly financial results or short-term objectives.
Northstar Access is an equal opportunity employer. We value and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. No phone calls or agency, please.