Journeyperson or Apprentice Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Highway Maintenance

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Whitecourt; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction firm in Whitecourt is seeking Heavy Equipment Technicians to perform maintenance and repair of mobile equipment, contributing to highway safety. Candidates should be Journeypersons or registered Apprentices with a strong ability to understand instructions and work independently. This full-time role offers competitive hourly rates, additional premiums, travel pay, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Base hourly rate of $49/hour

Skilled trades premium

Travel pay

Employer paid benefits

Pension & RSP plans

Qualifications

• Experience with heavy civil construction or highway maintenance equipment is an asset.
• CVIP mechanic license is an asset.
• Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair of heavy construction equipment.
• Conduct CVIP inspections on trucks and trailers.
• Attend service calls in the field as required.

Skills

Troubleshooting and repairing mobile equipment

Understanding of oral and written instructions

Ability to work independently

Education

Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician

3rd or 4th year registered Apprentice

Job description

Journeyperson or Apprentice Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Highway Maintenance

Location: Whitecourt, AB, Canada

Date Posted: Sep 16, 2025

Job ID: R25642

Job Status: Full-Time

Description

Looking for a stable career closer to home? Ledcor Highways Ltd. (LHL) is currently hiring Heavy Equipment Technicians/Mechanics in Whitecourt!

If you enjoy troubleshooting and repairing a variety of mobile equipment and want to contribute to keeping Alberta’s highways safe for your neighbors and loved ones, this is the opportunity for you.

Click the link below to learn more about working with Ledcor and apply today to become part of our Highways team in locations across Alberta!

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Rates & Premiums:

• Will be provided a base hourly rate of $49/hour
• Mechanics working in Fox Creek, Edson, Hinton, Whitecourt will receive a skilled trades premium of $3/hour
• Mechanics working in Grande Prairie, Beaverlodge, and Valleyview will receive a skilled trades premium of $5/hour
• Travel pay (as required)
• Stand-by pay
• Prescription eyewear and safety gear reimbursements
• Employer paid benefits
• Pension & RSP plans

Work Conditions:

• Work is based in your home shop, with occasional travel to field operations in your locale
• As LHL respond to changing weather conditions, some on call duties may be required
• Comprehensive benefits provided through CLAC, including Health, Dental, RSP and Pension

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance and repair of plows/sanding trucks, loaders, light support gear and heavy construction equipment
• Perform CVIP inspections on trucks and trailers
• Attend service calls in the field as required
• Follows manufacturer and internal maintenance programs and inspection procedures
• Engages and participates in Ledcor safety policies and procedures
• Complete maintenance records and documentation as required

Qualifications:

• Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician (On-Road & Off-Road)
• 3rd or 4th year registered Apprentice with a journeyperson on-road ticket.
• Experience with heavy civil construction, highway paving, or highway maintenance equipment (e.g., snowplows) is an asset
• CVIP mechanic license is an asset
• Must successfully pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
• Valid Driver’s License with the ability to provide a 3-year driver’s abstract
• Strong ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, including those with sketches and diagrams
• Proven ability to work effectively with minimal supervision

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

5204 58 Street, Whitecourt, AB