Calgary, Alberta

JT Equipment; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental care

Extended health care

On-site parking

Paid time off

RRSP match

Overtime pay

Job summary

JT Equipment in Southern Alberta hires skilled Shop Heavy Equipment Technicians and Shop Automotive Technicians to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy equipment for customer operations. The role collaborates with the Shop Manager to ensure top equipment performance and client satisfaction.

Ideal candidates bring journeyman H.E.T credentials or active progression, strong diagnostic skills in hydraulic and electrical systems, and a commitment to safety and efficiency in a busy shop environment.

Qualifications

• Clear communication and a positive attitude are essential.
• Minimum 5 years of construction equipment experience.
• Journeyman HET status or active progression toward journeyman considered.
• Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics for diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Complete quality repairs and maintenance on a wide variety of equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance per checklists and identify potential failures.
• Diagnose equipment issues and clearly communicate findings to customers and management.
• Maintain a professional, clean, and organized work environment.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Take on additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Physical fitness

Education

Journeyman H.E.T

3rd/4th year HET

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

JT Equipment is a leading provider of heavy equipment solutions in Southern Alberta. We are committed to delivering high-quality equipment, exceptional service, and reliable parts support to our valued customers. Our Team is what makes us unique in the industry as we are able to provide professional service with a local friendly feel. We are growing and are currently looking for motivated and experienced Shop Heavy Equipment Technicians and Shop Automotive Technicians to join our Team.

Position Summary

The Heavy Equipment/ Automotive Technician works with our Shop Manager to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy equipment to help ensure optimal equipment performance for our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• The Shop Technician is responsible for completing quality repairs and maintenance on a wide variety of equipment.
• Completing Preventative maintenance services as set out by our checklists and identifying possible failures before they lead to downtime.
• Completing equipment diagnostics and competently communicate issues with customers and Management.
• Maintain a professional, clean, and organized work environment at all times.
• Follow all company safety policies and practices.
• Additional tasks as related to the position from time to time.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and a positive attitude.
• 3rd 4th or Journeyman H.E.T technicians only will be considered.
• Journeyman Automotive Technicians will only be considered.
• 5 Years minimum construction equipment experience.
• Have a complete set of hand and air tools, specialty diagnostic equipment and large tools will be supplied.
• Physically fit and able to meet the demands of heavy equipment field repairs.
• Dealership experience and training considered an asset.
• Proficient in equipment, Hydraulic, and Electrical diagnostics.
• Able to read and apply electrical and Hydraulic schematics to assist in diagnostics.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Compensation

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Overtime pay

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• What is your current Heavy Equipment Technician Journeyman qualification? (3rd yr or 4th yr)