Heavy Equipment Mechanic

AGB Products inc.; Saint Quentin Parish; On-site; CAD 30,307 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and life insurance

RRSP plan with employer contribution

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness program

Paid holidays + 5 flexible days off

Job summary

Atelier Gérard Beaulieu Inc. (AGB) is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair forklifts, loaders, and trailers, ensuring reliable operation for daily activities while complying with safety and quality standards.

You will read mechanical and electrical drawings, perform annual maintenance, assist with installation of new equipment, and contribute to continuous improvement in a collaborative, bilingual environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in a similar role.
• Mechanic certification or Red Seal is a strong asset.
• Bilingual in French and English.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Team player with proactive attitude.
• Knowledge of welding for fabrication and repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on forklifts, loaders, and flatbed trailers.
• Carry out annual maintenance or as needed on company vehicles (oil changes, tires, mechanical repairs).
• Assist technicians during preventive and corrective maintenance operations on heavy equipment.
• Participate in the installation, assembly, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and propose appropriate technical solutions.
• Perform tests and inspections to ensure compliance and proper equipment operation.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow 5S principles and internal procedures.
• Comply with health and safety guidelines and contribute to continuous process improvement.
• Perform any other related duties associated with the position.

Skills

French language

English language

Welding knowledge

Reading schematics

Team player

Education

Red Seal certification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Work Location: Saint-Quentin

Job Type: Full-time, 44 hours/week, permanent

Start Date: Immediately

Immediate Supervisor: Maintenance Supervisor

WHO ARE WE?

Founded in 1912, Atelier Gérard Beaulieu Inc. (AGB) is a fourth-generation family-owned manufacturing company specializing in metalwork and fabrication. Known for the quality of its Guardian Tanks products, AGB relies on expertise, innovation, and pride in a job well done.

ROLE OF THE POSITION

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and proper operation of the company's equipment and vehicles. They ensure the reliability of machines used in daily operations while complying with safety, quality, and workplace organization standards.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform maintenance and repairs on forklifts, loaders, and flatbed trailers.
• Carry out annual maintenance or as needed on company vehicles (oil changes, tires, mechanical repairs).
• Assist technicians during preventive and corrective maintenance operations on heavy equipment.
• Participate in the installation, assembly, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and propose appropriate technical solutions.
• Perform tests and inspections to ensure compliance and proper equipment operation.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow 5S principles and internal procedures.
• Comply with health and safety guidelines and contribute to continuous process improvement.
• Perform any other related duties associated with the position.

PROFILE & REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in a similar role.
• Mechanic certification or Red Seal (strong asset).
• Resourceful, autonomous, and proactive individual (able to anticipate work needs).
• Ability to work in a team.
• Good knowledge of mechanical and electrical principles.
• Welding knowledge for fabrication and repair of metal parts.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings and schematics.
• Proficiency in French (spoken and written) and English (spoken and written) required.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Collaborative, flexible, family-oriented, and people-focused work environment.
• Health, dental, and life insurance plan paid 50% by the employer and 50% by the employee, eligible after three (3) months.
• Group retirement savings plan (RRSP) with an employer contribution of 2% of eligible weekly salary, available after three (3) months.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), eligible after three (3) months.
• Wellness program, eligible after three (3) months.
• The employee is entitled to paid statutory holidays as well as five (5) additional flexible days off after three (3) months.
• Salary: $22.00 to $40.00 per hour, depending on experience and skills.