Heavy Equipment Technician

Big Country Equipment Repair; Area A (Upper Flathead/Elk Valley); On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A heavy equipment service provider is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician in the Elk Valley, BC. This role requires a minimum of 3 years of recent experience, preferably working with off-road construction equipment. The technician will inspect, troubleshoot, and repair various heavy equipment while adhering to safety protocols. Required qualifications include Journeyman certification and Red Seal. Competitive pay, including overtime and benefits, is offered.

Benefits

Company housing provided

Paid flights to the location

Meal allowance of $60 per day

Tools provided

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of recent experience in heavy equipment repair.
• Experience with mining equipment preferred.
• Solid experience in diagnosing and troubleshooting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair heavy equipment.
• Utilize computerized testing equipment for service reports.
• Test repaired equipment for proper maintenance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Transmission and drive-train repairs

Diagnostic skills

Proficient in English (written and verbal)

Experience with off-road construction equipment

Education

Journeyman Heavy Duty Off-Road Technician

Red Seal Certification

Job description

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Technician
Location: Elk Valley, BC
Base Rate:$ 62.50/hr.
OT: 4 hours daily paid out at $93.75/hr.
Schedule: 14X14 - 12-hour days
Night Shift Premium: $1.25/hr.
Accommodations: Company housing is provided at no additional cost
Flights Paid: Yes, fly into the location from any major airport in Canada
Tools Provided: Tools will be provided
Travel Time: Paid to and from the site daily and at each end of your set
Meal Allowance: $60 per day

About Us

Big Country Equipment is a BC-based heavy equipment service and repair company that works with resource-based customers in the construction, forestry, mining, and oil and gas sectors in Western Canada. Big Country Equipment was formed in 2017. We have grown rapidly from a one-truck operation to over 100 employees and a fleet of over 30 fully tooled service trucks, serving customers throughout Western Canada 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

We are seeking self-starters who are career-minded, ready, and willing to get the job done in a safe and positive manner, and who can work professionally with both coworkers and customers. This job is available in many locations across BC and the Yukon, and we mainly service open-pit mining and some underground operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair various types and brands of heavy equipment and shovels.
• Utilize computerized and other testing equipment to determine repairs and create detailed service reports.
• Transmission and drive-train repairs: repairing or replacing transmission components, differential gears, and drive shafts.
• Interpret and complete both scheduled and unscheduled work orders.
• Contribute to the ongoing reliability of all heavy equipment and ensure compliance with preventive maintenance requirements.
• Test repaired equipment to verify proper maintenance.
• Make recommendations for repairs and improvement methods.
• Adhere to all safety protocols, site regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain up-to-date certification and training as required.
• Arrive at work fit for duty each day.

Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 3 years of recent experience working in the field, preferably working out of a service truck, working with off-road construction and mining equipment.
• Experience with mining equipment is preferred.
• Komatsu Dealership training is preferred.
• Other machine brands preferably worked on include Hitachi, CAT, and John Deere.
• Experience with surface drills is considered an asset.
• Experience with electric and hydraulic shovels will be considered an asset.
• Must be a Journeyman Heavy Duty Off-Road Technician.
• A Red Seal is needed.
• Solid experience in diagnosing and troubleshooting.

All Successful Candidates Must

• Be proficient in English, both verbal and written
• Have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• Provide a minimum of 2 direct supervisor references
• Pass a Criminal Record check
• Provide a clean 5-year driver’s abstract
• Pass an 8-panel drug test (including marijuana) and an alcohol breath test
• Be able to lift 50 lbs. comfortably
• Not seeking sub-contractor roles (we are not offering subcontractor opportunities at this time)

We thank everyone for applying; however, only those who possess the required knowledge and experience will be contacted for an interview.

Big Country is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities without discrimination or harassment based on race, religion, national origin, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, or any other protected status under the law. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples and kindly request that individuals from Indigenous communities clearly identify their status during the application process.