Heavy Equipment Technician

Government of Nunavut; Cambridge Bay; On-site; CAD 116,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Northern living allowance

Staff housing subsidy

Defined-benefit pension

Job summary

Government of Nunavut’s Qulliq Energy Corporation in Cambridge Bay seeks a Heavy Equipment Technician to troubleshoot, maintain and overhaul diesel generators and related equipment in northern communities.

The role requires travel to remote sites, in‑house collaboration with Engineering, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards while supporting reliable power for Nunavut communities.

Qualifications

• Intra-provincial certification as a Heavy Equipment Technician or similar certification.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical generation systems to ensure maximum productivity and reliability.
• Travel to remote communities to conduct inspections and perform preventative maintenance and general repairs.
• Collaborate with Engineering to review design and equipment specifications for regulatory and QEC compliance.

Skills

Diesel engines

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Education

Heavy Equipment Technician certification

Job description

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Energize Your Career in the Arctic!

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) is entrusted with providing safe and reliable power to customers across Nunavut. QEC is the sole energy provider in the territory and operates 25 stand‑alone diesel power generation facilities and distribution systems across the territory.

Working in Nunavut

Nunavut is Canada’s newest and largest territory and has the fastest growing economy in the country. It is known for its breathtaking landscapes and amazing adventure opportunities. Join our team and spend your time exploring a vast winter wonderland by snowmobile, traversing ancient waterways by kayak, hiking an expansive tundra overflowing with wildlife, or experiencing a rich culture known for its distinct artwork, music, and cuisine. Join our team of highly motivated and experienced industry professionals as we provide safe and reliable power across Nunavut.

Heavy Equipment Technician (QEC 26-016)

Cambridge Bay, Nunavut

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Heavy Equipment Technician position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and overhauling the Corporation’s diesel generators and associated support equipment including engines, pumps, compressors, radiators, heat exchangers, lube oil systems, fuel oil systems, cooling systems, and other related subsystems. This position works in close collaboration with other trade positions and travels frequently to remote communities within the region to ensure optimal operation of generation systems.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs mechanical generation systems, subsystems, and equipment to ensure maximum productivity and quality.
• Inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs emergency mechanical systems, subsystems, and equipment and replaces as required.
• Travels to remote communities to perform regular inspections, conduct preventative maintenance, install equipment, and perform general repairs to mechanical generation systems.
• Works in collaboration with the Engineering department to review design and equipment specifications to ensure projects meet all regulatory and QEC compliance standards.
• Works in collaboration with related trades and staff to ensure on‑time and on‑budget completion of capital and O&M projects.
• Maintains maintenance documentation and coordinates with Engineering, operators, maintenance staff, when amending documentation.
• Provides on‑site solutions or modifications to bring systems back online as quickly as possible during outage situations while mitigating risk to equipment.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment at all times and acts in a pro‑active manner to make timely recommendations for continuous improvement of operations and equipment.
• Coordinates with Stores to ensure appropriate mechanical inventory and materials are ordered in advance of the annual sealift season.
• Ensures work is conducted in accordance with all corporate policies and procedures; territorial, provincial, and national codes; and in compliance with all health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Communicates with local and territorial government to advise on power interruptions resulting in direct impact to communities, as required.

Required Qualifications Include

• Intra-provincial certification as a Heavy Equipment Technician or similar certification.

Assets

• Red Seal certification is an asset.
• Experience in diesel power generation is an asset.
• Knowledge of Nunavut, the land, language, and culture.
• The ability to communicate in Inuktitut, Inuinnaqtun and/or French.

We offer a competitive salary range of $116,105.60 to $134,700.80 and a northern living allowance of $21,309.00 per annum. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined‑benefit pension program. In addition, subsidized staff housing is available for this position. This position is included in the Nunavut Employee’s Union.

Preference will be given to Nunavut Inuit.