Heavy Equipment Technician - Shop (On-Highway)

Wajax; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health and dental benefits

Wajax e-learning and product training

Exclusive manufacturer discounts

Recognition program with awards and/k?

Job summary

Wajax in Grande Prairie is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician for the in-house shop. You will work Monday to Friday with possible overtime, focusing on Allison transmissions and Detroit/MTU engine work in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires a Journeyman Red Seal Heavy Duty Technician or 3rd/4th Year Apprentice with 2–3 years of relevant experience. Safety, clear communication, and a drive for quality are essential to succeed.

Qualifications

• Safety-focused approach to every job
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to deliver excellent customer service
• Mechanical aptitude with analytical problem-solving skills
• Experience working with teams and coordinating tasks
• On-highway truck/coach maintenance experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair Allison transmissions, Detroit and MTU engines in a busy shop
• Ensure accurate diagnostics and first-time-right repairs
• Perform scheduled maintenance and troubleshoot/replace parts as required
• Coordinate with supervisors and staff to complete work orders efficiently
• Maintain clean work areas and complete required paperwork (time sheets, repairs)

Skills

Safety focus

Communication

Customer service

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Team coordination

Education

Red Seal/HWDT or 3rd/4th Year Apprentice

Job description

Heavy Equipment Technician - Shop (On-Highway)

Job Category: Prairies

Requisition Number: HEAVY010285

• Full-Time

Locations

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Description

The Opportunity:

Located in Grande Prairie, be part of an accomplished team committed to delivering best-in-class service and technical expertise in a busy shop specializing in Allison transmission, engine repairs and overhauls.

The Role:

Heavy Equipment Technicians work Monday to Friday with occasional overtime opportunities. Your expertise will be key in ensuring first-time-right diagnostics and repair of, but not limited to:

• Allison transmissions
• Detroit and MTU Truck and Industrial engines

Education:

• Journeyman Red Seal Heavy Duty Technician or 3rd/4th Year Apprentice

Work Experience:

• 2-3 years relevant experience

Knowledge & Skills:

• Safety focused
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Keep your work areas, benches, and toolboxes clean and organized
• Proven ability to work with customers, demonstrating exceptional customer service
• Mechanical aptitude with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with on-highway truck/coach maintenance and repair are assets
• Coordinating with supervisors, administration, and workers, for the purpose of completing all work orders efficiently and effectively
• Work under limited supervision, leading, guiding and working with others, as required
• Fill out required paperwork. This would include forms such as work orders, hazard assessment sheets, daily time sheets, and repair lists
• Test, troubleshoot, diagnose, adjust, and replace parts and equipment/controls as required
• Perform scheduled and preventative maintenance of all equipment or assets
• CVIP license is preferred but not mandatory
• Class 3 Driver's license with Air Endorsement is preferred, but not mandatory

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are ready to bring your skills to a team that values safety, quality, and precision, we’d love to hear from you!

The Company

Since 1858, Wajax has been a leading industrial products and solutions provider continually innovating to serve Canadian industry coast-to-coast.We work in an extensive range of industries and core sectors of the Canadian economy including energy and renewables, food and beverage, construction, industrial/commercial, transportation, forestry, mining, metal processing, and oil and gas – to name a few.Everything we do is powered by people passionate about making a difference and who are dedicated to driving Canadian industry forward.People who provide the experience and expertise that support the industries that build our cities, power our businesses, put a roof over our heads and food on our tables.

Wajax offers a total compensation package that includes competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, learning and development, as well as some unique additional “perks.”

Highlights include:

• Competitive health and dental benefits with no waiting period for eligibility (100% employer paid premiums), plus health spending account.
• Wajax led e-learning, and product training through industry leading manufacturers.
• Exclusive discounts with a variety of manufacturers and service providers such as Ford, GM, Chrysler, Dell, TELUS, a group mortgage, home & auto insurance program, pet insurance, footwear & workwear, fitness membership, perkopolis, and more.
• Recognition program where points are earned for merchandise or gift certificates, plus cash awards.
• Company matched pension plan
• Award-Winning Health and Wellness Program.

By working with Wajax, you become part of an inclusive and diverse team that is dedicated to innovation and teamwork. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities across Canada in which we do business. As an equal opportunity employer, please inform us if any accommodation is required if contacted for an interview.

As a condition of employment, final candidates will be subject to pre-screening.