Heavy Equipment Technician - Journeyman

Birch Mountain Enterprises; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Guaranteed work

14/14 or 7/7 shifts

Overtime pay after 8 hours/day and 44h

Living allowance or accommodations

Health and dental benefits

Long-term disability and lifeInsurance

Health spending account

RSP retirement savings plan

Employee assistance program

Employee referral program

Company events and BBQs

Discounts for local businesses

On reserve land

Job summary

Birch Mountain Enterprises (BME) is seeking a Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician to service heavy-duty highway trucks from our Fort McKay shop. The role emphasizes field and shop repairs, with preference for candidates experienced with water, vac, high pressure and flusher units.

Located on reserve land in Fort McKay, BME offers long-term employment, company benefits, and a structured safety program. Wages reflect competitive hourly rates and earned overtime on schedule.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician with at least 3 years of heavy truck experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, electronic, suspension, and computer diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Repair or replace defective parts, components or systems in heavy trucks.
• Install new or replacement parts per manufacturer and truck specifications.
• Test repaired equipment to ensure performance and compliance with AB Transportation regulations.
• Complete repair documentation including work orders and risk assessments.
• Follow shop supervisor instructions and maintain cleanliness of the work area.
• Attend daily tool box and safety meetings and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician certification

OSSA BSO certification

CSTS certification

Job description

Birch Mountain Enterprises (BME) is looking to hire Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technicians immediately for:

What's in it for you?

• Competitive hourly rates
• We have guaranteed work, 11.5hour days, day and night shift.
• Multiple shift schedules available to choose from,14/14 or 7/7.
• Overtime is paid after 8 hours a day and 44 hours per week.
• A monthly living allowance for local positions or accommodations provided on the client site.
• Company paid health and dental benefits.
• Long Term Disability and Life insurance.
• An annual health spending account.
• A company matchingretirementsavings plan (RSP).
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee Referral Bonus program.
• Regular company BBQ's, breakfasts and opportunities to get involved with different events.
• Other perks and allowanceprovided.
• Discounts for various businesses in town.
• Opportunity for overtime.
• A great team of co-workers.
• Located on reserve land

Company Background:

Established in 2005, Birch Mountain Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer with over400 employees throughout the Fort McMurray region. Operating from its main operations in Fort McKay, BME provides vac, water, waste, fuel, and flat bed hauling services to industrial and commercial customers.

When you join our team, you join a family of employees dedicated to a safe,enjoyable,and positive work environment.We offer competitive wages and seek candidates that are seeking secure, long-term employment.

Job Summary:

Operating from our Fort McKay main shop, this position involves shop and field repairs to our fleet of heavy-duty highway trucks. Candidates shall have knowledge on all aspects of heavy spec trucks with preference given to those that possess experience with water, vac, high pressure and flusher units.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Repair or replace defective parts, components or systems
• Install new or replacement parts according to manufacturer and/or truck specification
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure work completed meets manufacturers’ specification and AB Transportation regulations
• Completion of repair documentation including but not limited to work order, field level risk assessment, and hazard identification
• Follow instructions for tasks assigned by shop supervisor
• Complete daily housekeeping of assigned area or service vehicle to ensure maintenance of company image
• Attend daily tool box and safety meetings as scheduled and adhere to corporate and site safety regulations and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Must be certified as a Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician (min 3 years heavy truck experience)
• Possess valid driver’s license (min class 5) with clean abstract
• Be knowledgeable in all aspects of heavy truck repair including, but not limited to hydraulic, electronic, suspension and computer diagnosis
• Previous or related experience with off-road equipment, specifically wiggle wagons
• Previous or related experience with water, vac and steam trucks preferred
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• OSSA (or OSSA BSO) and CSTS certification
• Must successfully pass BME pre-employment evaluation, D&A and fit for duty pre-employment screening

Submission:

We thank you for your interest in Birch Mountain and remind all candidates that only successful applicants will be contacted.Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to local candidates.
For more information about Birch Mountain Enterprises, visit www.bmel.ca