Heavy Duty Equipment Technician

Joe Johnson Equipment Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Heavy Duty Equipment Journeyperson for an in-shop opportunity. This role involves performing mechanical repairs, hydraulic and electrical diagnostics, and ensuring timely maintenance on various heavy equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, be mechanically inclined, and possess a valid Journey-person ticket. The company offers a stable work environment, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package, including a signing bonus and quarterly bonuses. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in public works equipment maintenance and support.

Benefits

Signing bonus of $2,500

Quarterly bonus opportunities up to $1,500

2 weeks’ vacation

3 paid personal days

100% paid group benefit coverage

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience with heavy equipment repairs and maintenance.
• Licensed Journey-person in Heavy Equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical repairs on heavy equipment and conduct diagnostics.
• Conduct regular preventative maintenance tasks and inspections.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Mechanically inclined

Hydraulic diagnostics

Electrical diagnostics

Adaptability

Mentoring

Education

Licensed Journey-person Ticket in Heavy Equipment

Valid driver’s license - Class 3 License

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Heavy Duty Equipment Journeyperson

LOCATION: Calgary, AB

WORK ENVIRONMENT: In-Shop Opportunity

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Signing bonus $2,500 for fully ticketed Journey-person
• Stable scheduling: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm (40 hours/week)
• Quarterly bonus opportunities – up to $1,500/quarter
• Steady maintenance, repairs and CVIP inspections
• Variable equipment including street sweepers, vac trucks and refuse trucks
• 2 weeks’ vacation and 3 paid personal days
• Group benefit coverage – 100% paid for by the Company

WHAT WE’RE SEEKING:

• Licensed heavy duty, on-off road mechanic (Journey-person)
• Strong work ethic
• Mechanically inclined; hydraulic, pneumatic, diagnostics, inspections and electrical
• Ability to adapt based on the work in the shop
• Willing to mentor and assist with apprenticeship learning

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/ Certification:

• Licensed Journey-person Ticket in Heavy Equipment, On-Off Road preferred
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract – Class 3 License an asset

Experience:

• 3+ years’ experience as a working on various types of heavy equipment
• Experienced with hydraulic and/or electrical work
• Experience setting up and operating complex machinery
• Experience using MS Office Suite

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform mechanical repairs on a variety of heavy equipment represented by Joe Johnson Equipment
• Perform hydraulic and electrical diagnostics
• Conduct repairs in a timely and effective manner, communicating effectively with the Service Writer and Parts team to ensure optimal efficiency
• Conduct regular preventative maintenance tasks and inspections
• Communicate with Lead Hand and/or Service Manager regarding job progress and job status changes
• Maintain organized and safe work area, shop tools and service vans

WHO WE ARE:

As the leading distributor of public works equipment, Joe Johnson Equipment (JJE) provides mobile infrastructure-maintenance equipment to municipalities and contractors across Canada and the US. Through our branch network, we sell, rent, lease, service and support vacuum trucks, refuse & recycling collection vehicles, street sweepers, sewer cleaners, and inspection cameras.

JJE is a dynamic and growing organization, focused on maintaining an “employer of choice” culture. We have a stable, team-based, and collaborative work environment that drives our organization to be best-in-class within our industry. We offer opportunities across Canada and the U.S. and are committed to providing challenging and rewarding career paths for our employees. JJE provides very competitive compensation packages, robust group benefits and an opportunity to grow professionally.

JJE is a proud subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation.

If you are looking for a new opportunity, then we at Joe Johnson Equipment welcome your application. We encourage applications from all qualified persons, however only those who are being considered for the position will be contacted.

If you are contacted for an interview and require any accommodation, please notify HR in advance and we will provide applicable accommodation.