Heavy Equipment Mechanic: Hydraulics & Electrical (Day Shift)

ManpowerGroup, Inc.; Chester; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic team environment

Meaningful work with advanced heavy-­d

Skill development in hydraulic, electr

Contribution to testing and assembly

Safety, innovation and growth

Job summary

Our client, a leader in heavy equipment manufacturing and maintenance, is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join their team in Chester, NS. The role supports engineering and production with strong problem‑solving, detail orientation, and proactive work ethic.

Responsibilities include reading specs, assembling equipment from drawings, DC wiring, hydraulic system work, and testing finished products. Eligible candidates bring hands‑on skills and a licensed mechanic background.

Qualifications

• Experience assembling hydraulic and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of DC-based electrical systems and diagnostics is a plus.
• Licensed Mechanic or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on troubleshooting, repair, overhaul, and maintenance of heavy equipment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Read specifications and use engineering drawings to assemble custom heavy equipment.
• Perform DC wiring and electrical integration (12–24V).
• Work with hydraulic systems of varying sizes, from 2GPM to 200+ GPM.
• Utilize cranes and lift trucks to move and assemble equipment.
• Conduct static and dynamic testing of finished equipment.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical systems

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Tools

DC wiring

Electrical diagnostics

Job description

Our client, a leader in heavy equipment manufacturing and maintenance, is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join their team in Chester, NS. The role supports engineering and production with strong problem‑solving, detail orientation, and proactive work ethic.

Responsibilities include reading specs, assembling equipment from drawings, DC wiring, hydraulic system work, and testing finished products. Eligible candidates bring hands‑on skills and a licensed mechanic background.