Certified Heavy Duty Mechanic

Canfor; Prince George; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Health & well-being programs

Job summary

Canfor in Prince George, BC is seeking a Heavy Duty Mechanic to keep our sawmill's mobile equipment operating safely and reliably. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs, using your hands-on expertise to support uptime and equipment reliability.

The role requires Red Seal or interprovincial certificate, experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work overtime as needed in a

Qualifications

• Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Technician or Interprovincial/Provincial Certificate of Qualification.
• Experience maintaining and repairing heavy-duty mobile equipment in industrial environments.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with diesel engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, drivetrains, and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair heavy-duty mobile equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Use diagnostic tools and manuals to identify issues and determine repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and component replacements to reduce downtime.
• Follow safety standards, lockout procedures, and regulatory requirements in a mill environment.
• Complete work orders, maintenance records, parts requests, and related documentation accurately.
• Identify recurring issues and suggest reliability improvements.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations to keep the sawmill running safely.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Diesel engines

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Problem solving

Education

Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Technician

Interprovincial/Provincial Certificate of Qualification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Manuals

Computerized diagnostic tools

Job description

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Working as a Heavy Duty Mechanic at our Prince George, BC sawmill, you’ll play a key role in keeping our mobile and heavy equipment operating safely and reliably. From preventative maintenance and diagnostics to complex repairs, you’ll use your technical expertise to support uptime, equipment reliability, and safe mill operations. If you’re a certified tradesperson who enjoys troubleshooting, working with heavy equipment, and being part of a hands‑on maintenance team, this opportunity could be a great fit.

This is a full‑time, permanent position based in Prince George, BC . The successful candidate must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

What you will do as a Heavy Duty Mechanic:

• Maintain, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair heavy‑duty mobile equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Use diagnostic tools, manuals, and technical knowledge to identify mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues and determine appropriate repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, adjustments, and component replacements to support equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Follow all company safety standards, regulatory requirements, lockout procedures, and safe work practices while working in an industrial environment.
• Complete work orders, maintenance records, parts requests, and related documentation accurately and on time.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying recurring equipment issues and recommending practical reliability improvements.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance and operations to keep the sawmill running safely and efficiently.

For this role, come equipped with:

• Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Technician certification or an Interprovincial/Provincial Certificate of Qualification; equivalent Canadian trade certification may be considered.
• Previous experience maintaining and repairing heavy‑duty mobile equipment in an industrial, forestry, mining, construction, transportation, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with practical knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, drivetrains, electrical systems, and computerized diagnostic tools.
• A strong commitment to safety, including the ability to follow lockout procedures, safe work practices, and regulatory requirements in a mill environment.
• A valid driver’s licence, the physical ability to perform the full scope of the role, and the flexibility to support overtime or shift coverage when required.
• Experience in a sawmill, lumber manufacturing, or heavy industrial environment is considered an asset.

If you’re ready to put your skills to work in a safety‑focused, team‑oriented environment, we’d love to hear from you.

T he hourly rate for this position is: $50.10

Please Note:

• It features cash and non‑cash programs such as employer paid group benefits, paid leave, retirement & saving options and health & well‑being.
• We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally.
• Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognized and acknowledged.

We appreciate all candidates’ interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location . #CADH

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