Heavy Duty Mechanic

Kaizen Lab Inc.; South Hazelton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

Pension

Medical benefits

Learning and long-term advancement

Job summary

Dawson Road Maintenance is seeking a Heavy Duty Mechanic to diagnose and repair a variety of trucks and equipment. The successful candidate will be safety-conscious, production oriented, and capable of working with a team in a seasonal, full-time role based in Hazelton, BC, with possible travel across the province.

Ideal candidates have 3rd/4th year apprentice status or journeyman certification as an asset, with welding experience and a valid BC driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Must be a 3rd or 4th year apprentice Heavy Duty or Commercial Transport Mechanic
• Journeyman Certificate is an asset
• Experience and/or certification in Automotive Mechanic is an asset
• Grade 12 education is preferred and up-to-date trade knowledge recommended
• BC Driver's License, Class 5 minimum; Class 3 with Air an asset
• Welding experience is an asset
• Capable of heavy physical duties
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Prioritizes safety of self and team

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on trucks and equipment
• Adhere to all policies and procedures
• Maintain a safe working environment and shop cleanliness
• Liaise with management to ensure smooth communication during repairs
• Collaborate with team to complete tasks efficiently
• Work in all weather conditions and be flexible for shift work if needed

Skills

Safety-conscious

Strong communication

Teamwork

Heavy physical duties

Interpersonal skills

Adaptable to weather

Shift work flexibility

Education

Grade 12 education

3rd/4th year apprentice Heavy Duty/Commercial Transport Mechanic

Journeyman Certificate (asset)

Welding certification/experience (asset)

CVIP Inspection license (preferred)

Tools

CVIP Inspection license (asset)

Job description

Dawson Road Maintenanceis looking for a Heavy Duty Mechanic who will use their skills to tackle machinery challenges, ensuring our fleet of heavy-duty equipment operates with excellence.

In this role you will be a valued member of Dawson Road Maintenance, working in a seasonal, full-time position of Heavy Duty Mechanic, reporting to the Mechanical Foreman. This position requires a skilled and experienced technician; one who is safety-conscious, production oriented, and self-motivated to perform diagnostic and repair work on a variety of trucks and equipment. Your base location will be Hazelton, BC and may require some travel throughout our great province.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• Safely perform accurate and complete vehicle inspections, diagnostics, and repairs
• Adhere to all policies and procedures
• Prioritize a safe working environment
• Liaise with management to ensure a smooth flow of communication during repairs or maintenance work
• Always strive to exceed industry standard by providing quality workmanship
• Perform daily bay inspections to ensure shop neatness/cleanliness, and safety
• Work closely as a team to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently
• Effectively work in all weather conditions and have the flexibility to work shift work if necessary

WHAT YOU BRING

• 3rd or 4th year apprentice Heavy Duty or Commercial Transport Mechanic
• Journeyman Certificate is an asset
• Experience and / or certification in Automotive Mechanic is an asset
• Preferably Grade 12 education; and up-to-date technical knowledge acquired through trade-related courses since achieving TQ certification
• BC Driver\'s License, minimum Class 5. Class 3 with Air is an asset
• CVIP Inspection license is preferred, or willingness to acquire
• Welding experience is an asset
• Capable of performing heavy physical duties
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Prioritizes safety of self and team

BENEFITS

Looking to be a key member of a well-established family-owned company? Our core values include: People First, Integrity, ExcellenceandRespectand as such we are committed to providing an environment that supports the growth and effectiveness of our employees and the organization. You will work for a company that offers an excellent compensation package, pension, and medical benefits, as well as learning and long-term advancement opportunities.

Dawson Group is expanding our reach and need people like you to join us on our journey, and to help us continue safely connecting our communities.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.