Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic

John Ross & Sons Ltd.; Goodwood; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Health, Dental and Vision benefits

RRSP match

Bonus Program

PPE provided / Safety Boot Allowance

Job summary

John Ross & Sons Ltd. in Goodwood, NS is seeking a Heavy Duty Mechanic to maintain and repair a wide range of heavy equipment at our Goodwood facility.

The role involves preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor welding/fabrication as part of a busy maintenance team. The ideal candidate holds a Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic certification or equivalent, with broad mechanical expertise in hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and diesel systems.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic certification or equivalent.
• Broad mechanical aptitude across hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and diesel systems.
• Ability to read hydraulic and electrical schematics and use diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair heavy equipment (container tippers, excavators, material handlers, loaders, skid steers, shunt trucks, container chassis).
• Perform preventive maintenance and major rebuilds per manufacturer guidelines.
• Assist with welding and fabrication of buckets, grapples, and attachments.
• Manage inventory to minimize downtime; keep CMMS records of tasks and hours.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in the maintenance dept.

Skills

Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic

Mechanical aptitude

Read schematics

Diagnostic tools

Outdoor work

MaintainX software

Teamwork/independent

Education

Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic tools

MaintainX or similar CMMS

Job description

About the Company:

John Ross & Sons Ltd. is a fifth-generation, family-owned international metal recycling company and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. With more than 85 years of experience and 17 locations, we are Atlantic Canada’s largest metal recycler and one of the largest exporters out of the Port of Halifax, serving customers worldwide.

We specialize in purchasing, processing, grading, and exporting ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals, along with a wide range of recyclable materials.

Through industry-leading expertise, advanced processing capabilities and a strong commitment to safety, quality, and environmental responsibility, we deliver reliable recycling solutions that meet the highest standards for our customers.

We are currently seeking an energetic Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our team at our Goodwood facility!

What We Offer:

• Free Parking
• Health, Dental and Vision benefits
• RRSP match
• Bonus Program
• PPE provided / Safety Boot Allowance
• $30/hr - $38/hr depending on experience

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Ensure all of our equipment and machinery (container tippers, excavators, material handlers, loaders, skid steers, shunt trucks and container chassis) is maintained and operational .
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical problems across a wide variety of heavy equipment used in scrap metal processing.
• Perform preventive maintenance services and major rebuilds following manufacturer guidelines and yard procedures.
• Assist with welding and fabrication to repair buckets, grapples, and other attachments.
• Assist in managing inventory levels to minimize downtime.
• Keep accurate records of maintenance tasks, parts used and equipment hours in a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the maintenance department.
• Maintain a clean and tidy work area and assist with general housekeeping in the maintenance shop.
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations and environmental policies.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic or equivalent certification with broad heavy equipment experience.
• Broad mechanical aptitude across hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and diesel systems
• Ability to read hydraulic and electrical schematics and use diagnostic tools effectively.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Proficiency with MaintainX or similar maintenance software
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Reliable transportation to our facility; the site is not accessible by public transportation.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday from 7:00am-5:00pm and Saturdays from 7am-12pm as needed

*This role is not accessible by public transportation and will require other means of reliable transportation to get to and from work*

*Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.*

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