Heavy Duty Mechanic / Technician | Fort St. John, BC

Velocity Truck Centres; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 7,163,520 - 7,736,601; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental & vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Wellness support

RRSP matching

OEM training

Career advancement

Job summary

Velocity Truck Centres Canada is seeking a highly skilled Heavy Duty Mechanic (Red Seal) for Fort St. John, BC. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy‑duty trucks and trailers using advanced diagnostics and OEM standards in a fast-paced shop.

Join a growing network across North America, with OEM training, career pathways, and comprehensive health coverage. Build a long-term career while servicing top brands like Freightliner and Western Star across 100+ locations.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Certification (Heavy Duty Mechanic or Truck & Transport Technician).
• Experience servicing and repairing heavy-duty trucks and trailers.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency with diagnostic equipment and repair technology.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced shop environment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and related equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and mechanical inspections.
• Repair and service engines, transmissions, drivetrains, brakes, suspension, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic software and tools to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
• Complete repairs according to OEM specifications and company quality standards.
• Conduct post-repair testing to ensure equipment performance and safety.
• Maintain accurate service documentation and repair records.
• Collaborate with teammates and service personnel to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Support parts identification and inventory management as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Skills

Red Seal Certification

Heavy-duty repair experience

Diagnostic and troubleshooting

Diagnostic equipment proficiency

Independent and collaborative

Safety and quality workmanship

Communication and time management

Tools

Diagnostic software tools

Job description

Heavy Duty Mechanic / Technician | Fort St. John, BC

Fort St John, BC, Canada

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

Heavy Duty Mechanic (Red Seal) – Earn Upto $55.16/hr + Bonuses

Power Your Career with Velocity Truck Centres Canada

Are you a skilled Heavy Duty Mechanic looking for more than just a job? Join a team where your expertise is valued, your earning potential is rewarded, and your career can grow across one of North America's largest commercial vehicle networks.

At Velocity Truck Centres Canada, we're investing in our people, technology, and future. As a Heavy Duty Mechanic, you'll work with industry-leading brands such as Freightliner and Western Star while being supported by modern diagnostic tools, ongoing training, and advancement opportunities across more than 100 locations.

If you're passionate about solving complex mechanical challenges and want to be part of a safe, collaborative, and high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Velocity?

• Earn up to $55.16/hour
• Additional shift and skill premiums where applicable
• Employer-paid health, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance and disability programs
• Employee and family wellness support

Build Your Future

• RRSP matching program
• Ongoing OEM and technical training
• Clear career pathways to Lead Hand, Shop Foreman, Service Advisor, and Management roles

Stability & Growth

• Part of a growing organization with 100+ locations across Canada, the USA, Mexico, and Australia
• Work with one of North America's leading commercial vehicle dealership networks

What You’ll Do

As a Heavy Duty Mechanic, you’ll play a critical role in keeping our customers’ fleets operating safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and related equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance and mechanical inspections
• Repair and service engines, transmissions, drivetrains, brakes, suspension, hydraulic, and electrical systems
• Utilize advanced diagnostic software and tools to identify and resolve issues efficiently
• Complete repairs according to OEM specifications and company quality standards
• Conduct post-repair testing to ensure equipment performance and safety
• Maintain accurate service documentation and repair records
• Collaborate with teammates and service personnel to deliver exceptional customer service
• Support parts identification and inventory management as required
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Red Seal Certification (Heavy Duty Mechanic or Truck & Transport Technician)
• Experience servicing and repairing heavy-duty trucks and trailers
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Proficiency with diagnostic equipment and repair technology
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced shop environment
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills

Assets (Nice to Have)

• Class 1 or Class 3 Driver's Licence
• CVI (Commercial Vehicle Inspection) Licence
• Freightliner, Western Star, Detroit Diesel, or Cummins experience

Ready to Join Our Team?

Velocity Truck Centres Canada is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.

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Who We Are:

Velocity Truck Centres Canada provides full-service support, including sales, maintenance, parts, collision repair, and financing. Representing top brands like Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built, Autocar, and Trailers, we are committed toSpeed, Value, and Trust for our customers and employees. With 17 branches across Alberta and British Columbia and over 100 locations worldwide in Canada, the USA, Mexico, and Australia, we offer exciting career growth opportunities and are looking for dedicated professionals to join our team.

Velocity Truck Centres Canada is an equal opportunity employer.