Heavy Duty Mechanic

Heidelberg Materials; Calgary; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Secure, long-term employment

Training and development

Overtime available

Advancement opportunities

Competitive wage and benefits package

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a skilled Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our team in Calgary, Alberta. The role maintains, diagnoses, and repairs heavy equipment to ensure safe, reliable operations across our sites.

You will perform preventive maintenance, complete safety inspections, document activities, and support continuous improvement. A valid Heavy Duty Mechanic Journeyperson certificate is required; the position offers unionized, on-site employment with comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Valid Heavy Duty Mechanic Journeyperson certification or recognized equivalent.
• Proven ability to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy equipment safely.
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude; safety-focused.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy-duty equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance to maximize reliability and minimize downtime.
• Complete safety inspections and ensure equipment meets standards.
• Document maintenance activities and communicate status with operations teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for safety and productivity.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Diagnostics and maintenance

Independent and team player

Education

Journeyperson certification (Heavy Duty)

Job description

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees. Heidelberg Materials is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our team. This role is responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing heavy equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.

What You'll Be Doing

• Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy-duty mobile and stationary equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Complete safety inspections and ensure equipment meets operational standards.
• Document maintenance activities and communicate equipment status with operations teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, productivity, and equipment performance.

What Are We Looking For

• Valid Heavy Duty Mechanic Journeyperson certification (or recognized equivalent).
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy equipment efficiently and safely.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and mechanical aptitude.
• Commitment to workplace safety and compliance with established procedures.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination and background check.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to apply. Verification of age will be required as a condition of employment.

Work Environment

• Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

What We Offer

• $46.38 per hour
• Secure, long-term employment
• Competitive wage and benefits package
• Training and development
• Opportunities for advancement
• Overtime available

Additional Information

This position is part of a unionized environment. Terms and conditions of employment, including wages, benefits, and work schedules, are governed by the applicable collective agreement. Heidelberg Materials welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.