Heavy Equipment Technician

GFL Environmental; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician in Edmonton, AB. This role involves diagnosing and repairing advanced diesel and CNG engines, performing maintenance, and mentoring apprentices. Competitive wages and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive benefits plan

Retirement Saving Options

Orthodontic and vision coverage

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Journeyman designation required.
• Valid Driver’s License mandatory.
• Experience with CNG and diesel engines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair complex CNG and diesel engines.
• Perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections.
• Mentor apprentice technicians.

Skills

Ability to perform CVIP inspections

Knowledge of tools for repairs

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Journeyman designation

Red Seal (preferred)

Job description

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Heavy Equipment Technician

Apply locations Edmonton, Alberta | time type Full time | posted on Posted Yesterday | job requisition id R25062

GFL Environmental is actively seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Technician to join our team in Edmonton, AB!

Now paying industry-leading wages!

At GFL, our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!

What’s in it for you:

• Benefits: Competitive benefits plan, including Retirement Saving Options for future financial security
• Prioritized orthodontic and vision coverage
• Life Insurance
• Competitive wage

Our Licensed Technicians safely operate, repair, and maintain GFL Environmental owned commercial diesel and alternative fuel trucks, and heavy equipment to ensure its ability to operate safely.

This is an afternoon shift with a 4:00 pm start time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair complex, modern CNG and diesel engines, and advanced electrical and hydraulic systems
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance tasks such as PM and safety inspections
• Complete required record keeping associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times
• Review, plan, and schedule work as required
• Mentor apprentice technicians and provide training to complete their apprenticeship program
• Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to company safety procedures
• Ensure shop equipment and tools are kept in a safe operating condition
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with company safety standards
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Journeyman designation
• Valid Driver’s License
• Provide own tools and willingness to acquire tools as required for jobs
• Red Seal is preferred but not required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to perform CVIP inspections and familiarity with transportation regulation
• Knowledge of tools required to perform repairs and maintenance on commercial vehicles and heavy equipment
• Ability to follow schedules, instructions, technical manuals, and maintenance guidelines, and other procedures associated with the maintenance of company fleet assets
• Experience using diagnostic software is preferred. Must be computer literate and willing and able to be trained in software systems
• Ability to communicate effectively across various levels of the organization and with customers and external vendors
• Ability to be a self-starter capable of working effectively in a team environment or as an individual contributor
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Working Conditions:

The Technician must be able to work inside and/or outside in all weather conditions, including extreme cold and heat.

Physical Demands:

Physical demands include moderate walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, grasping/gripping, and pushing/pulling.

• Work utilizing personal protective equipment, including hearing protection, safety-toed boots, utility gloves, reflective vests, hearing and eye protection, hard hats, etc.
• Work outside and inside, around moving objects, vehicles, and machinery with moving parts
• Physically able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, and push/pull up to 100 pounds

About GFL

At GFL, our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow, for life!

• Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!
• We offer a competitive benefits plan, including RRSP match, orthodontics, and vision coverage
• With 20,000+ employees across North America, we offer a dynamic set of career opportunities, locations, and growth!
• We appreciate all of the local communities we live and work in and actively contribute to them through our flagship Full Circle Project
• We believe investing in the future is the right investment; our first fully electric truck is now in operation!
• GFL is traded on the NYSE & TSX – search “GFL” to see our stock performance

#GFLTALENT

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [e-mail]