Heavy Equipment Technician - Journeyman

Birch Mountain Enterprises LP; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local heavy equipment service provider located in Fort McMurray is seeking a certified Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician to join their team. This position involves performing repairs on heavy-duty trucks, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining effective communication. The company offers competitive hourly rates, overtime opportunities, and various employee benefits including health coverage. Candidates must have strong technical skills, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Preference will be given to local applicants.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates

Guaranteed work, day and night shifts

Health and dental benefits

Long-term disability and life insurance

Monthly living allowance or accommodations

Matching retirement savings plan

Employee assistance program

Employee referral bonus program

Qualifications

• Must be certified Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician with at least 3 years of experience.
• Possess a valid driver's license (minimum class 5) with a clean abstract.
• Knowledge of heavy truck repair, including hydraulic, electronic, and suspension systems.

Responsibilities

• Repair or replace defective parts and components.
• Install new parts according to specifications.
• Test repaired equipment for performance and compliance with regulations.
• Complete necessary repair documentation.
• Attend daily safety meetings and adhere to regulations.

Skills

Heavy truck repair knowledge

Hydraulic systems

Suspension diagnosis

Computer diagnostics

Clear communication skills

Education

Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician certification

Tools

Repair tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

1. HET On Road
2. HET Off Road
3. HET Field

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.
• Flights are provided ONLY to the client site from either Edmonton or Calgary.

Company Background:

Established in 2005, Birch Mountain Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer with over350employees 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 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