HUB Fire Engines & Equipment Ltd.
Building Quality | Driving Trust
Why Join Us?
HUB Fire Engines is Canada’s oldest and most trusted fire engine manufacturer, with a reputation of manufacturing the highest quality fire-rescue vehicles (fire trucks) in Canada. We are continually striving to build the best fire trucks in Canada. We are looking for talented people to join our team who share our passion to serve and are eager to learn the technical side of fire trucks.
We are looking for teammates with a proactive, never-fail attitude in the face of adversity, or ambiguous situations. Individuals who thrive in environments with managerial oversight. You must be curious, willing to learn, and have the ability to work and motivate yourself independently while also working with teammates for the benefit of our customers and the team. If you are a self-motivated team player with a positive attitude, who understands and values customer satisfaction, we’d love to hear from you.
What You Will Contribute
As an Automotive 12 Volt Electrical Installer, you will be involved in the installation of electrical wiring systems on automotive and heavy trucks, along with diagnosing various electrical wiring systems and ensuring each unit is operating correctly.
The job description and responsibilities outlined may not comprehensively cover all tasks associated with the role. Given the dynamic nature of the workplace, duties and responsibilities may be subject to additions and modifications as necessitated by changing circumstances.
What You Will Need
- A minimum of two years of experience in vehicular operations, coupled with a solid understanding of DC fundamentals, is required.
- Previous experience in vehicle upfitting or general 12 Volt vehicular installation is preferred.
- Experience in 2-way radio installations, public safety, commercial vehicle upfitting and installation, automotive security systems and OEM integration would be considered highly advantageous.
- Able to operate systematically while retaining a sharp focus on precision.
- Demonstrates proficient practical skills in utilizing various tools, including electrical equipment.
- Collaborating with the production team leads to communication with customer requirements.
- Approaches tasks with an optimistic, energetic, and passionate mindset.
- Demonstrates a willingness to learn about our fire truck manufacturing process and a commitment to continually expanding expertise in the fire truck manufacturing industry, including its components, products, and available technology.
- A skilled communicator who understands the significance of seeking assistance rather than becoming obstructed by challenges.
- Capability to cultivate collaborative relationships, serving as a well-regarded and trusted partner that others actively seek to work with.
- Driven by results without sacrificing quality.
- Take accountability for tasks and executes them effectively.
- Possesses a high level of ethics, values, integrity, and trustworthiness.
- Possesses a valid BC Driver ’s License.
- Proficient practical abilities in utilizing various tools, including electrical equipment.
- An optimistic, energetic, and passionate mindset.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a team, solve problems, effectively manage multiple priorities, organize work, and meet critical deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- A proficient communicator who recognizes the importance of seeking assistance rather than getting stuck on challenges.
- Ability to develop collaborative relationships by acting as a well-respected, trusted partner with whom others want to work.
- Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
What You Will Do
- Diagnose faults/malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of malfunction and the type and scope of repair required.
- Install and connect various electric wiring systems.
- Adjust equipment and repair/replace defective parts, components, or systems, using hand/power tools.
- Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers’ specifications and company quality standards.
- Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics, and code specifications.
- Create wiring harness as per vehicle work order.
- Troubleshoot any unforeseen issues that arise.
- Program ECMs and multiplexed vehicle electrical systems – training provided.
- Install 12V lighting systems in accordance with specifications.
- Assembly and manufacturing conducted on-site.
- Informs appropriate supervisor of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
- Proficiency in using MS Office applications, parts ordering, and skilled in conducting research.
- Follows safety procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Conduct functional tests of electrical systems.
- Correct or adjust any identified problems.
- Performs electrical panel installation, miscellaneous electrical components installations, as described by engineering and performs quality checks on work performed.
- Trouble shoots problems on work performed.
- Works with minimal supervision and uses good judgment to ensure product meets with company’s performance standards; quality control checks are performed on work twice daily by supervisor or other member of quality staff prior to customer delivery.
- Maintains company-required performance standards and maintenance records for identified equipment.
- Works overtime as required.
The above-listed functions and responsibilities cannot specifically detail all duties associated with the job. As the workplace situation changes, duties and responsibilities will be added and changed as required.
- Schedule: 8-hour shift, Monday to Friday
- Job Type: Union, Full-time
- Salary: $28.00 -$36.00 per hour
What We Offer at HUB Fire Engines
At HUB Fire Engines, you will enjoy competitive compensation, a safe and healthy work environment, and a full range of benefits (i.e.: group insurance, opportunities for continuing education, etc.).
- Opportunity to work on exciting projects of various sizes.
- Competitive salary and flexible benefits.
- Great team of colleagues to work and collaborate with.
- Learning and Development programs, training, career opportunities.
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At HUB Fire Engines, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds, and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion, or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
Please submit your resume to [email protected]
Learn more at: www.hubfire.com
Pay: $28.00-$36.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and electrical schematics?
Experience:
- vehicular operations and DC fundamenals: 2 years (required)
- 2-way radio installations: 2 years (preferred)
- vehicle upfitting and installation: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- BC Drivers License (preferred)
Work Location: In person
