Licensed Diesel Truck Technician / Mechanic - Edmonton

Randstad Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Health insurance

Paid vacation

RRSP matching

OEM training

Tuition grants

Non-union shop

Job summary

Randstad Canada is seeking a Licensed Diesel Truck Mechanic for our Edmonton partner. You will work in a modern, non-union shop performing scheduled upkeep, diagnostics, and full powertrain rebuilds alongside experienced technicians.

Base pay is $44.00–$48.00/hr with shift premiums for afternoons, nights, and weekends. A cash signing bonus is offered after 30 days, plus medical, dental, and vision coverage after the first month.

Qualifications

• Red Seal or Journeyperson Heavy Duty Equipment ticket with CVIP sign-off capability.
• 5+ years hands-on heavy truck maintenance experience.
• Valid Class 5 license (Class 3 or 1 with air brake endorsement preferred).

Responsibilities

• Scheduled Upkeep: perform preventative maintenance and safety checks on road units.
• Major Overhauls: tear down, inspect, and rebuild diesel engines, gearboxes, differentials, and turbos.
• Diagnostic Testing: use modern scan tools to diagnose electrical faults, air systems, and brakes.
• CVIP Compliance: perform required commercial vehicle safety inspections and sign off on road-ready forms.
• Log records: document hours, repairs, and tasks in fleet software.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and adhere to shop safety standards.

Education

Red Seal or Journeyperson Heavy Duty Equipment ticket with Edmonton CVIP sign-off capability

Tools

Digital scan tools

Job description

Licensed Diesel Truck Technician $44–$48/hr + Signing Bonus

Do you hold a Red Seal Heavy Equipment ticket with active CVIP sign-off credentials?

Have you logged 5+ years servicing, troubleshooting, and rebuilding heavy-duty commercial fleets?

Ready to advance your mechanical career alongside a premier fleet giant offering factory OEM training?

Searching for a stable day-shift trade role in Edmonton offering top wages and a cash starting bonus?

About the Role

Our partner, an established international fleet carrier, is hiring a Licensed Diesel Truck Mechanic in Edmonton. Step into an advanced, spotless maintenance hub running scheduled upkeep, complex diagnostics, and full powertrain rebuilds beside top technicians

Schedule & Compensation

Position: Full-time, Permanent

Shop Location: Edmonton, AB

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Facility: Non-Union, Modern Shop

Base Pay: $44.00 – $48.00/hr (Shift Premiums: Afternoon +$3/hr, Night +$4/hr, Weekend shifts +$3/hr)

Advantages

• Top Wages & Bonus: $44–$48/hr plus hourly premiums and a cash signing bonus paid out after 30 days
• Health Protection: Full medical, dental, and vision insurance packages active after your first month
• Paid Leave: 3 weeks paid vacation time, 11 recognized statutory holidays, and dedicated sick days
• Retirement Savings: Generous corporate RRSP matching program up to 4.5% (on a 6% employee match)
• Tools & Learning: Supplied work uniforms with laundry service, factory OEM training, and tuition grants
• Shop Culture: Clean, well-run, non-union facility backed by steady hours and clear advancement paths

Responsibilities

• Scheduled Upkeep: Complete regular preventative maintenance, safety checks, and fluid services on road units.
• Major Overhauls: Tear down, inspect, and rebuild diesel engines, gearboxes, differentials, and turbos.
• Diagnostic Testing: Utilize cutting-edge computer scan tools to trace tricky electrical faults, air systems, and brakes.
• CVIP Compliance: Perform mandatory commercial vehicle safety inspections and sign official road-ready forms.
• Work Records: Log billable hours, warranty repairs, and completed tasks accurately inside fleet software.
• Facility Safety: Keep a tidy work bay, store tools properly, and consistently uphold shop safety standards.

Qualifications

• Credentials: Valid Red Seal or Journeyperson Heavy Duty Equipment ticket with Edmonton CVIP sign-off capability.
• Trade Background: 5+ years hands-on heavy truck maintenance (OEM dealer experience is an asset).
• Driver's License: Current Class 5 license required (Class 3 or Class 1 with air brake endorsement preferred).
• Tooling & Tech: Full roll‑away mechanic tool set; experienced handling digital scan tools and shop equipment.
• Screening Clearances: Clean driving abstract on file (no criminal background search or drug screening needed).
• Physical Stamina: Able to lift 23 kg (50 lbs) repeatedly and move parts weighing up to 45 kg (100 lbs).

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada’s workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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