Journeyman Welder/ Heavy Duty Technician Apprentice

Birch Mountain Enterprises LP; Fort McKay; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Increased hourly rates

Guaranteed work

12 hour shifts

Day and night shift

Overtime pay

Living allowance

Health and dental benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Health spending account

RRSP match

Employee assistance program

Referral bonus

BBQ & events

Other perks and allowances

Discounts in town

Overtime opportunities

Great team

Located on reserve land

No camp or flights

Job summary

Birch Mountain Enterprises LP is seeking a Journeyman Welder/Heavy Duty Mechanic/Technician for our Fort McKay Incubator Park location on reserve land. The role involves shop and field repairs to a fleet of heavy-duty trucks with emphasis on water, vac, high pressure, and flusher units.

We offer new increased hourly rates, guaranteed work with 12-hour shifts, overtime pay, a living allowance, and comprehensive benefits including health and dental, life and disability insurance, an RRSP match,

Qualifications

• Must be a certified Journeyman Welder with a minimum of 3 years experience.
• Knowledge of heavy-duty truck repair including hydraulic, electronic, suspension and computer diagnosis.
• OSSA (or OSSA BSO) and CSTS certification are required.
• Possess a valid driver’s license (minimum class 5) with clean abstract.

Responsibilities

• Repair or replace defective parts, components or systems on heavy-duty trucks.
• Install new or replacement parts according to manufacturer specifications.
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and compliance with AB Transportation regulations.
• Perform welding on steel, stainless steel, and aluminum; fabricate as needed.
• Complete repair documentation including work orders and risk assessments.
• Follow shop supervisor instructions and maintain tidy work area.

Skills

Journeyman Welder

Strong communication

Heavy truck repair knowledge

Education

Heavy Duty Technician Apprentice

Tools

OSSA Certification

CSTS Certification

D&A pre-employment screening

Job description

Birch Mountain Enterprise (BME) is hiring a Journeyman Welder/Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanics/ Technicians immediately for our Fort McKay Incubator Park Location, located within the Fort McKay First Nation.

What's in it for you?

• NEW increased hourly rates.
• We have guaranteed work, 12 hour days, day and night shift.
• Shift scheduleavailable14/14
• Overtime is paid after 8 hours a day and 44 hours per week.
• A monthly living allowance.
• Company paid health and dental benefits.
• 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.
• No camp or flights provided.

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
• Welding. Working on Steel, Stainless Steel and Aluminum. Fabricating.
• 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 Welder (min 3 years )
• Heavy Duty Technician Apprentice (in process)
• 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 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.