Mechanic, heavy equipment

Kibbi; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff accommodation available

Staff accommodation provided

Job summary

Kibbi in Yellowknife is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Technician with Red Seal or equivalent credentials. The role involves diagnosing faults, repairing heavy trucks and farm equipment, and supervising apprentices in a dynamic northern setting.

Experience with diesel systems, emission controls, welding, and maintenance reporting is valued. The successful candidate will hold a Class 1 or A license and be prepared for relocation to access staff housing options.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Agricultural Equipment Technician preferred.
• Class 1 or A driver's license required.
• Class 3 or D license preferred.
• Commercial Vehicle Inspection Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct apprentices.
• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using testing equipment to determine repair scope.
• Order parts and maintain inventory.
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts.
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation.
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to meet manufacturers' specifications.
• Attach components and adjust new farm equipment.
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work.
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks.
• Service attachments and working tools.
• Verify and repair emission control systems.
• Assist process and machine operators in mineral ore and metal processing.
• Perform other routine maintenance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Equipment inspection

Diagnostics

Parts ordering

Maintenance reports

Welding experience

Repair of heavy trucks

Documentation

Safety compliance

Team player

Education

Registered Apprenticeship certificate

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Driver's License (Class 3 or D)

Truck and Coach Service Licence (310T)

Commercial Vehicle Inspection Certificate

Job description

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 2,080 hours bi-weekly
• Education: Registered Apprenticeship certificate
• Experience: Experience an asset
• Heavy equipment maintenance technology/technician
• Diesel mechanics technology/technician
• Medium/heavy vehicle and truck technology/technician
• or equivalent experience

WORK SITE ENVIRONMENT

• Outdoors
• Cold/refrigerated
• Dusty
• Hot
• Noisy

WORK SETTING

• Staff accommodation available
• Staff accommodation provided
• Willing to relocate

TASKS

• Instruct apprentices
• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required
• Order parts and maintain inventory
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation
• Welding experience
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications
• Attach components and adjust new farm equipment
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks
• Service attachments and working tools
• Verify and repair emission control systems
• Assist process and machine operators in mineral ore and metal processing
• Perform other routine maintenance

CERTIFICATES, LICENCES, MEMBERSHIPS, AND COURSES

• Agricultural Equipment Technician Red Seal Certificate
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
• Truck and Coach Service Licence (310T)
• Commercial Vehicle Inspection Certificate

DIESEL ENGINE REPAIR SPECIALIZATION

• Fuel injection system
• Exhaust system
• Cooling system
• Air conditioning system
• Lubrication system
• Engine control system
• Major internal engine repairs or overhaul
• Installation and alignment of engines and machinery

POWERED EQUIPMENT REPAIR SPECIALIZATION

• Hydraulic-operated working attachments
• Compressors
• Pumps
• Telescopic ladder
• Industrial lift trucks and fork-lifts

MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SPECIALIZATION

• Mechanical transmissions
• Drive trains and final drives
• Hydraulic transmissions
• Power take-offs
• Tracked vehicle suspensions and steering
• Wheel-mounted vehicle suspension and steering
• Highway vehicle tires and wheels
• Off-road vehicle tires and wheels
• Differentials
• Brake system

SECURITY AND SAFETY

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Medical exam
• Drug test
• Driver's validity licence check

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL INFORMATION

• Own transportation
• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Valid driver's licence

WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Handling heavy loads
• Manual dexterity
• Standing for extended periods

WEIGHT HANDLING

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

OWN TOOLS/EQUIPMENT

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Gloves

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Organized

SCREENING QUESTIONS

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

EMPLOYMENT TERMS OPTIONS

• Early morning
• Evening
• Shift
• Morning
• Night
• On call

EMPLOYMENT TERMS OPTIONS

• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime required
• Overtime available

HEALTH BENEFITS

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

FINANCIAL BENEFITS

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

OTHER BENEFITS

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• On-site housing options
• Parking available