Heavy Duty Vehicle Mechanic - Fly-in Fly-Out - Fort Mackay AB

Canadian Base Operators; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Heavy Duty Vehicle Mechanic for a fly-in fly-out position at Fort Mackay. The role involves repairing and maintaining diesel and gas-powered vehicles and heavy equipment. Candidates should have a Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician certification and 3-5 years of experience. The position offers flexible rotations, flights from Calgary, and camp accommodations.

Benefits

Flexible Rotations

Flights provided

Camp Accommodation

Pension

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on light vehicles and heavy trucks.
• Diagnose and repair critical equipment required for airport operations.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Safety Focused

Organizational Skills

Education

Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician

Emergency Vehicle Technician Certification

Job description

Acden Base Operators Firebag team is growing!

Heavy Duty Vehicle Mechanic

• This is a fly in fly out opportunity located in Fort Mackay at the Firebag River Airport

Primary focus

Repair, service, and maintenance, of diesel and gas powered light vehicles, heavy equipment, Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter (ARFF) equipment and small engines.

What We Offer

• Flexible Rotations (4 / 3, 14 / 14, 21 / 21)
• Flights provided from (Calgary, Edmonton, or Saskatoon)
• Camp Accommodation
• 53.32 / hr $59.50 / hr
• Pension
• Shop environment
• Performs physically demanding duties such as : heavy lifting, working underneath trucks, working in cramped or awkward positions, climbing on / off units & trailers, getting in / out of units, working long hours if required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on light vehicles, Heavy Trucks and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair critical equipment required for airport operations
• Minor modification and small projects as required
• Interprets technical manuals, work orders, and writes service reports.
• Secondary duties, as required, may include but not limited to : conducting environmental, safety and quality checks, general housekeeping in support of a healthy and safe workplace and taking proactive and corrective measures in these areas.
• Responds to site preservation emergencies and environmental emergencies, other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician or equivalent
• 3-5 years of experience
• Emergency Vehicle Technician Certification would be an asset
• Class 1 or Class 3 with Q endorsement would be an asset

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Proficient knowledge and understanding of :

• Diagnosing electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Service truck / Field experience would be an asset
• Must be organized, and have basic computer skills
• Must be able to work with little supervision.
• Must be positive, safety focused, and demonstrate a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, and streamline work processes
• Must have strong communication and problem solving skills.
• Must be familiar safety regulations and safe work practices.
• Must be able to work a modified work schedule
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test
• Must be willing and able to travel.

Due to many mandatory vaccination requirements at client projects / facilities, in order to provide substantial employment by ensuring compliance with our clients' mandates, the successful candidate may be required to validate full vaccination prior to hire.

Canadian Base Operators welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

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