heavy-duty equipment technician

Marcusandmabel; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Marcusandmabel in Red Deer, AB is seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic for permanent, full-time on-site work. Salary is $44.00 to $52.00 hourly with 40–50 hours per week; overtime available.

You will troubleshoot, repair and service heavy trucks, inspect equipment, order parts, maintain records, and perform major engine and systems work including cooling, lubrication, and emission controls. Valid driver's license required; WHMIS certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with diesel engines and heavy trucks.
• Ability to read manuals and diagnose faults.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Diagnose faults using testing equipment to determine repair extent
• Order parts and maintain inventory
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks

Skills

Welding

Troubleshooting

Heavy truck repair

Inventory management

Education

WHMIS Certificate

Job description

Job details

• Salary 44.00 to 52.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 to 50 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Overtime required, Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend, Overtime available

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

• Cold/refrigerated
• Dusty
• Hot

Work setting

• On-site customer service
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Shopwork

Tasks

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required
• Order parts and maintain inventory
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation
• Welding experience
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks
• Service attachments and working tools
• Verify and repair emission control systems
• Perform other routine maintenance

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Equipment and machinery experience

• Railway vehicles

Diesel engine repair specialization

• Cooling system
• Air conditioning system
• Lubrication system
• Major internal engine repairs or overhaul
• Installation and alignment of engines and machinery

Powered equipment repair specialization

• Hydraulic-operated working attachments
• Compressors
• Pumps

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Mechanical transmissions
• Drive trains and final drives
• Hydraulic transmissions
• Power take-offs
• Wheel-mounted vehicle suspension and steering
• Highway vehicle tires and wheels
• Differentials
• Brake system

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods
• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player
• Organized
• Disability benefits
• Group insurance benefits

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2026-10-07

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