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Business Overview:

At Pride Bodies Ltd., we offer custom design and fabrication of utility, service, construction and other custom truck bodies. 

Job Overview:

Apply safe automotive/manufacturing work practices and become familiar with equipment (saw, drill press, iron worker, welding machine);

Perform a wide variety of tasks that require stamina and an eagerness to learn on the job;

Understand instructions and carry them out efficiently within the given deadline.

Essential Responsibilities:

Take all work order packages from start to finish;

Possess in-depth knowledge of automotive electrical systems and mobile hydraulic systems and the ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics;

Install hi-rail gear or body mounting of all types;

Trouble shoot electrical problems quickly and effectively;

Capable of connecting aftermarket electrical accessories to various chassis.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience with vehicle-mounted equipment particularly with the operation of and installation of hydraulic/electric cranes, air compressors and service bodies;

Possess thorough knowledge of mobile hydraulic and electrical practices;

Be familiar with the various fasteners used for installation of above equipment onto automotive vehicles.

Desired Characteristics:

• Proven safety record.  Able to work safely at all times and be conscious of taking the 2-minute warning to check for hazards at your workstation before beginning any task;
• Dedicated and dependable;
• Explain and apply good communication skills;
• Demonstrate effective time-management skills and planning skills.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Legal authorization to work in Canada is required;
• No relocation assistance provided for this position;
• Possess personal toolbox with mechanic's air and hand tools used for electrical, pneumatic, and general assembly.

Benefits of Working at Pride Bodies Ltd.:

• Day shift:  41-hour work week, 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. M-Th, 7 a.m. to Noon F;
• Competitive compensation package;
• Annual vacation, company-paid holidays, annual tooling allowance;
• Benefits, effective upon hire, include health care, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, disability coverage, out-of-country medical, Group RRSP/DPSP;
• Uniforms, safety-boot allowance and prescription-safety-glass allowance upon completion of probation period;
• Education assistance;
• On bus route; on-site parking.

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