Assembly Technician

  • Full-time

Company Description

What's in it for you?

  • Year-round, full-time permanent work - 36-hour work week;
  • Indoor working conditions;
  • Working alongside a great team of talented individuals;
  • Building a world-class product;
  • Opportunity for advancement;
  • Family owned company;
  • Fun work events (Christmas Party, Golf Tournaments, BBQ, Vipers Games, Bowling, etc.);
  • Competitive Salary; 
    • Wage reviews are conducted after successful completion of the probationary period and bi-annually (February and August).
  • Extended Benefits Coverage,
  • Employee Assistant Programs;
  • Profit Sharing;
  • Retirement Saving Plans;
  • Employee Purchase Plans;
  • Education and Apprenticeship Opportunities;
  • Boating Experiences. 

Job Description

What will you do?

As an Assembly Technician, you are responsible for installing and assembling the final components in the boat building process. Ensuring quality standards are met throughout the assembly process while meeting and exceeding build times are crucial to meet production deadlines.

  • Install various components and systems into boats;
  • Sub-assembly of certain components prior to installation;
  • Follow work-orders to meet customer requirements;
  • Display ability to build boats to a high quality by achieving and exceeding standard build times;
  • Conduct quality control checks throughout the build process;
  • Working efficiently within the team to meet shipping deadlines;
  • Conduct pre-delivery inspections;
  • Ensure work area and shop are kept clean and organized throughout the shift;
  • Follow all applicable KingFisher Boats and WorkSafeBC Occupational Health & Safety regulations.

Qualifications

What do you need to succeed?

  • Strong mechanical aptitude with electrical, plumbing and carpentry knowledge;
  • Competent in the use of various hand and power tools; 
  • Familiarization with manufacturing and assembly of materials, preference given to those with previous marine experience;
  • Ability to read measuring tape;
  • Ability to read blue prints and understand work orders;
  • High attention to detail is required in order to achieve quality standards;
  • Previous experience in a similar role preferred;
  • RV Technician/RV repair experience is an asset.

At KingFisher, we recognize and embrace the importance of values in our ever-changing workplace. To be successful, all applicants must demonstrate behaviours that are reflective of our values:

  • Understanding and ability to maintain a safe work environment;
  • Ability to work independently or with others to achieve a common goal;
  • Ability to take initiative and be a self-starter – follow direction with minimal supervision;
  • Willing and open to learn each day;
  • Show pride in work on a daily basis;
  • Effective verbal and listening communication skills;
  • Ability to perform in a fast-paced work environment.

Additional Information

Working Conditions

  • Regular periods during which there is continuous physical effort is required, e.g., walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward;
  • Exposure to factors such as temperature variations, fumes, moving machinery, humidity, toxic materials which may cause periods of discomfort, high noise levels;
  • Frequent need to give concentrated attention, either hearing or seeing to work being performed;
  • Noticeable pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy or similar demands exists.

 

We will review all applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be called.

Candidates must be available for all shifts:

  • Day Shift - Monday to Thursday – 4:45 am to 2:15 pm
  • Afternoon Shift - Monday to Thursday – 2:30 pm to 12:00 am