Heavy Duty Mechanic

Big-Country-Equipment-Repair-Ltd; Fort St. James; On-site; CAD 414,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company housing provided

Flights paid

Tools provided

Travel time paid

Job summary

Big Country Equipment is seeking experienced Heavy Duty Mechanics to perform field-service, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on heavy mining and construction equipment across Western Canada. This rotational 14-days-on, 14-days-off role uses company-provided tools and covers a 14-on/14-off schedule with travel between sites.

Strong diagnostic skills and ability to work independently are essential. Licensed mechanics or agricultural technicians with relevant heavy equipment repair experience

Qualifications

• Three or more years of recent experience diagnosing and repairing heavy or off-road equipment.
• Recent field-service experience is preferred, ideally working independently from a service truck.
• Licensed trades, Red Seal preferred but not required depending on provincial certification.
• Experience with CAT, Komatsu, Hitachi, or John Deere equipment is preferred.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills across mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, transmission, and drivetrain systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, maintain, and repair heavy mining and construction equipment.
• Perform field-service repairs on multiple equipment types and brands, including CAT, Komatsu, Hitachi, and John Deere.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, transmission, and drivetrain issues.
• Repair or replace transmission components, differential gears, driveshafts, and related drivetrain components.
• Use computerized diagnostic software, testing equipment, and technical information to identify required repairs.
• Complete scheduled maintenance, preventive maintenance, breakdown repairs, and unscheduled work orders.
• Prepare accurate and detailed service reports.
• Test repaired equipment to confirm safe and proper operation.
• Follow all company safety procedures, customer-site requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain all required trade certifications, licences, and site training.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs and be fit for duty.

Job description

Location: Northern, British Columbia
Base Rate: $62.50/hr.
OT: 4 hours daily, paid out at $93.75/hr.
Schedule: 14X14 - 12-hour days
Night Shift Premium: $1.25/hr.
Accommodations: Company housing is provided at no additional cost
Flights Paid: Yes, fly into the location from any major airport in Canada
Tools Provided: Tools will be provided
Travel Time: Paid to and from the site daily and at each end of your set

About Us:

Big Country Equipment is a BC-based heavy equipment service and repair company that works with resource-based customers in the construction, forestry, mining, and oil and gas sectors in Western Canada. Big Country Equipment was formed in 2017. We have grown rapidly from a one-truck operation to over 200 employees and a fleet of over 55 fully equipped service trucks, serving customers throughout Western Canada 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Big Country Equipment is hiring multiple experienced licensed Heavy Duty Mechanics (Equipment Technicians) to perform field service, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on heavy mining and construction equipment. This is a rotational field-service opportunity working a 14-days-on, 14-days-off schedule. The successful technician will troubleshoot and repair off-road heavy equipment using company-provided tools while supporting customer operations safely and professionally. Licensed Truck and Transport Mechanics and Agricultural Equipment Technicians may also be considered with strong, relevant experience repairing heavy or off-road equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, maintain, and repair heavy mining and construction equipment.
• Perform field-service repairs on multiple equipment types and brands, including Caterpillar (CAT), Komatsu, Hitachi, and John Deere.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, transmission, and drivetrain issues.
• Repair or replace transmission components, differential gears, driveshafts, and related drivetrain components.
• Use computerized diagnostic software, testing equipment, and technical information to identify required repairs.
• Complete scheduled maintenance, preventive maintenance, breakdown repairs, and unscheduled work orders.
• Prepare accurate and detailed service reports.
• Test repaired equipment to confirm safe and proper operation.
• Recommend required repairs and opportunities to improve equipment reliability.
• Follow all company safety procedures, customer-site requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain all required trade certifications, licences, and site training.
• Report to work fit for duty and prepared to complete assigned field-service work safely.
• All related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Three or more years of recent experience diagnosing and repairing heavy or off-road equipment.
• Recent field-service experience is preferred, ideally working independently from a service truck.
• A valid provincial trade certification as a Heavy Duty Equipment Technician is preferred.
• Licensed Truck and Transport Mechanics or Agricultural Equipment Technicians may also be considered when they have relevant heavy-equipment repair experience.
• Red Seal certification is preferred but is not required for candidates who hold a valid provincial trade certification recognized in the province where they will work.
• Experience repairing mining equipment is preferred; however, strong construction, forestry, agricultural, or other off-road equipment experience may also be considered.
• Experience with Caterpillar, Komatsu, Hitachi, or John Deere equipment is preferred.
• Experience repairing surface drills, electric shovels, or hydraulic shovels is an asset.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills across mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, transmission, and drivetrain systems.
• Experience using computerized diagnostic software and testing equipment.

All Successful Candidates Must:

• Be proficient in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Hold a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
• Provide at least two references from previous direct supervisors.
• Complete a criminal record check. Minor or unrelated offences will not necessarily disqualify a candidate and will be reviewed individually.
• Provide a five-year driver’s abstract that is acceptable for the position. Minor infractions will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
• Successfully complete an eight-panel drug test, including marijuana, and an alcohol breath test.
• Be able to safely lift up to 50 lbs.
• Be seeking direct employment. Subcontractor opportunities are not available for this position.

We thank everyone for applying; however, only those who possess the required knowledge and experience will be contacted for an interview.

Big Country is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities without discrimination or harassment based on race, religion, national origin, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, or any other protected status under the law. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples and kindly request that individuals from Indigenous communities clearly identify their status during the application process.