Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic

Tigercat Industries Inc.; Brantford; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-Oriented Company

Profit Sharing

RRSP Matching

Training Reimbursement

Healthcare Benefits & EAP

Social Committee

Job summary

Tigercat Industries Inc. in Brantford, ON is seeking a Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic to build rugged forestry equipment by fitting and assembling components per engineering diagrams and documents.

A strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving mindset are required, with experience in hydraulic, engine, electrical, and drivetrain systems. Location is 451 Elgin Street, Brantford, ON, with a dedicated day shift from 6:30am to 3:00pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining mobile heavy-duty equipment.
• Proven abilities in hydraulics, engines, electrical systems.
• Preferred training in heavy-duty equipment tech certifications.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand assembly instructions, diagrams, schematics, and parts lists to ensure precise assembly.
• Use hand, power, and pneumatic tools to complete tasks.
• Operate cranes or lifting devices for large assemblies.
• Complete final machine assembly including decking, pressures, speeds, and attachments.
• Verify equipment functions correctly and meets quality standards.
• Repair or replace defective assemblies and components.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Diesel engines

Electrical systems

Mechanical troubleshooting

Education

Heavy-duty equipment tech background

Tools

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic, you will fit and assemble components according to engineering diagrams and documents to build equipment that is dedicated to the rugged and challenging terrain of the forestry industry. To excel in this role, a combination of technical skills is required, including problem solving and strong mechanical aptitude. Experience with fluid power systems, engine systems, electrical and electronic systems as well as drive train systems is required.

Location: 451 Elgin Street, Brantford, ON

Dedicated Day Shift: 6:30am - 3:00pm, Monday - Friday

Job Duties

• Read and thoroughly understand detailed assembly instructions, engineering diagrams, schematics, and parts lists to ensure meticulous assembly through fit and alignment.
• Utilize hand, power, and pneumatic tools to complete assembly tasks.
• Operate lifting devices such as cranes (overhead and/or jib) to complete large assembly installations.
• Complete final machine assembly which may include decking, setting pressures and speed settings, as well as installing and programming attachments.
• Verify that the assembled equipment functions correctly and adheres to quality standards to prevent faulty products from reaching customers.
• Repair or replace defective assemblies, components, accessories, and attachments.

Skills and Experience

• Adapt to a changing work environment, competing demands and able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Required to inspect, identify, diagnose, and troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, mechanical and diesel system issues.
• Assembly tasks require collaboration with coworkers; effective communication and reasoning skills are essential when working on projects that involve multiple team members.

Qualifications

• Previous related experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mobile heavy-duty equipment used in construction, transportation, forestry, mining, oil and gas, material handling, landscaping, land clearing, farming, and similar activities.
• Proven mechanical abilities in hydraulics, engines, electrical and electronic systems, including schematics and diagnostics.
• Preferred training within areas of interest: heavy-duty equipment technician, diesel mechanic / truck and coach technician, heavy-duty equipment mechanic, or motive power technician

What We Can Offer You

• Family-Oriented Company: Lots of social events, BBQ's, pizza parties and more!
• Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing: In addition to competitive wages, we celebrate our financial success together through profit sharing.
• RRSP Matching Program: Retirement planning? We've got your back!
• Skills Development and Training Reimbursement: An opportunity to self-identify industry-related learning opportunities available for pre-approval and repayment.
• Company-Paid Healthcare Benefits and EAP: Your well-being matters. Our healthcare benefits go beyond prescriptions and medications. Take advantage of massages, physiotherapy, vision coverage and more! Plus, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) offers many exciting free programs.
• Active Social Committee: Take part in our annual family picnic, adult and children's Christmas parties, theatre events, sporting events and tournaments, family outings, and discounted admission prices for attractions across Ontario!

Why work for Tigercat Industries group of companies?

We're more than just a company - we're a tight-knit family, who thrives on teamwork and is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation. We believe in fostering a safe, encouraging and collaborative environment where your contributions and talents are valued and supported.

Interested in learning more? Visit our FAQ page or explore what our employees have to say by watching their Tigercat story!

Tigercat strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection processes, please contact Human Resources for assistance. Click here to read more about Tigercat's Accessibility Plan.