Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic

Thompson Bros. (CONSTR.) LP; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a certified Heavy Duty Mechanic to work in Fort McMurray. The role involves performing maintenance, diagnosing equipment issues, and promoting safety compliance. Candidates should have a Red Seal certification and substantial experience with CAT, John Deere, and Hitachi equipment. This full-time position offers a project-specific contractual term, requiring work in remote camps on a rotational schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience working with heavy equipment.
• Valid Class 5 operators license.
• CSTS / OSSA, BSO or CSO Certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on heavy duty equipment.
• Diagnose and repair equipment deficiencies.
• Communicate with site supervisor to coordinate maintenance priorities.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education

Heavy Equipment Technician (Off Road) – Journeyman (Red Seal) Certified

Tools

CAT Equipment

John Deere Equipment

Hitachi Equipment

Job description

Thompson Construction Group has an immediate opening for a certified Heavy Duty Mechanic working from our Fort McMurray area of operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance
• Diagnose and repair equipment deficiencies
• Communicate with site supervisor to coordinate maintenance priorities
• Maintain maintenance records
• Promote safety awareness by ensuring compliance of corporate health and safety policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Heavy Equipment Technician (Off Road) – Journeyman (Red Seal) Certified
• Minimum 5 years of experience working with CAT, John Deere and Hitachi equipment
• Minimum 5 years in Heavy Civil Earthworks Construction and / or Infrastructure
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Valid Class 5 operators license, but not limited to (candidate to provide current abstract)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to work in the Fort McMurray area and live in remote camps, working a rotational schedule
• CSTS / OSSA, BSO or CSO Certification
• Must be in good health and physical condition to perform duties assigned
• Must be able to pass a pre-access drug and alcohol test

Additional Information

The above statements describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel.

This is a full-time contractual term position located in Fort McMurray, AB. The position duration is project specific and based on decisions of our clients regarding performance on site.