Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic

John Ross & Sons Ltd.; Halifax; 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. is seeking a Heavy Duty Mechanic for our Goodwood facility in Halifax. You will maintain and repair heavy equipment, diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical issues, and perform preventive maintenance per manufacturer specs.

The role requires Red Seal certification, willingness to work outdoors, and ability to operate in a safety-focused environment; schedule is Mon-Fri 7:00am-5:00pm with some Saturdays. Competitive hourly pay of CAD 30–38 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic certification or equivalent.
• Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and diesel systems.
• Ability to read hydraulic and electrical schematics.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Proficiency with MaintainX or similar CMMS.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service all heavy equipment to ensure uptime.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance and major rebuilds per manufacturer guidelines.
• Assist with welding and fabrication on buckets and attachments.
• Help manage inventory to minimize downtime and keep records in CMMS.
• Contribute to continuous improvement within the maintenance department.
• Maintain a clean, organized shop and follow safety/environmental policies.

Skills

Red Seal HD Mechanic

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Diesel engines

Diagnostic tools

Reading schematics

Self-motivated

Team/work independence

Education

Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic or equivalent

Tools

MaintainX

Job description

Payrate

$30/hr - $38/hr depending on experience

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
• Selfmotivated 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

Payrate

$30/hr - $38/hr depending on experience

*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.*