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What is a Machine Shop Helper job?

A Machine Shop Helper supports machinists and other workers by performing tasks such as material handling, cleaning equipment, and assisting with basic machine operations. They help keep the shop organized, maintain tools, and ensure a safe work environment. This role requires attention to detail, the ability to follow instructions, and basic mechanical skills. It is an entry-level position that provides hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting.

What are typical daily responsibilities for a Machine Shop Helper?

Machine Shop Helpers typically assist machinists by preparing materials, maintaining a clean and organized work area, and transporting parts or tools as needed. Their day often includes using basic hand tools, operating cleaning equipment, performing routine maintenance on machinery, and ensuring all work areas comply with safety standards. Helpers may also be responsible for setting up or breaking down equipment, helping with inventory, and supporting quality control checks. Working closely with machinists and other shop staff provides valuable hands-on experience and opportunities to learn about advanced machine operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Machine Shop Helper position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Machine Shop Helper, you need a solid understanding of basic mechanical skills, familiarity with hand and power tools, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with measurement instruments like calipers and micrometers, and knowledge of safety protocols such as OSHA standards, are commonly required. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and good communication skills help you stand out in this supportive role. These abilities are crucial for maintaining safety, supporting machinists effectively, and ensuring the smooth operation of shop activities.

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Regional Heavy Equipment Technician

Rocky Mountain Equipment

Lethbridge, AB

Full-time

Medical, Dental

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

RME IS CURRENTLY OFFERING SIGNING BONUSES FOR SERVICE TECHNICIANS!


JOB TITLE: Regional Heavy Equipment Technician
POSITION TYPE: Permanent – Full Time

BRANCH: Lethbridge, AB

REPORTING TO:  Regional Aftermarket Service Manager


RME (Rocky Mountain Equipment) is a powerful network of agriculture, construction, rental, and recreational markets. As one of Canada’s largest equipment dealers, RME delivers solutions that maximize uptime, productivity, and profitability through expert service, innovative tools, and a customer-centric approach. As Western Canada’s trusted equipment and business partner, RME stands Right by You™, fulfilling our commitment to deliver product and support services for the hardworking families in Western Canada who build our communities and feed the world.

Responsible for the effective repair of agriculture machinery and components at high levels of quality.  This individual, will work under their own supervision on assigned work. HETR, works to: recondition and repair all agriculture equipment components and systems as assigned by the allocated branch shop foreman/manager within the branch; maintain good and timely working records for time, parts, supplies and outside purchases in repairs; maintain and care for shop tools, equipment and vehicles; communicate with others, internally and externally, professionally.


Job Duties and Responsibilities Include:

  • Safety is your responsibility 
  • Directed to help and support branches within the region by the RASM
  • Interact with Branch staff, Customers and Management as one of the safety champions
  • Assist local branch as required depending on local branch leadership structure.  
  • Recondition and repair all equipment components and systems as assigned by local branch leadership at Customer location or designated shop locations
  • Maintain good working records for time, parts, supplies and outside purchases in repairs
  • Maintain and care for shop tools, equipment and vehicles
  • Communicate with others professionally, internally and externally
  • Order all parts and materials required to perform assigned repairs utilizing local parts departments
  • Maintain all work area in a clean and safe condition
  • Maintain an exceptional high level of customer and branch satisfaction
  • Work with RASM, SM and Foreman to identify and mitigate challenges and areas for improvement in the local area and build Customer base and trust
  • When Regional work is not available, will work out of assigned local RME shop location, traveling on own time.
  • Maintain assigned field service truck so that its ready to go when our customers require timely service
  • Travel to non home branch will be paid time, expense for Non Home branch support will be billed to Allocated Branch.
  • IDP and ADP completed by the RASM
  • This role is a Regional Support role, to assist all branches within the Region specifically but may be called upon to assist other regions and Provinces as work load and conditions present themselves


Job Requirements and Qualifications Include:

  • Strong technical skills
  • Completion of a formal apprenticeship program preferred
  • Understanding of the agriculture and/or construction industry
  • Understanding and demonstrated use of health and safety best practices
  • Knowledge of Case IH and Case CE is an asset

We offer an exceptional compensation structure with benefits including health, disability and dental coverage, incremental wage increases per company policies, relocation expenses, work boot allowance, tool allowance, and personal days.

Please note: Signing Bonuses are based on experience and education. Apply today for more details!
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be notified

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