Mechanical Assembler

Timberland Equipment Limited; Woodstock; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Uniform provided

Shift premium

Job summary

Timberland Equipment Limited is seeking an experienced assembler for custom tension stringing, construction, mining, oil & gas, and marine equipment. You will work from engineering drawings, assemble heavy gear, and complete testing from initial assembly through final proof.

The role requires hands-on troubleshooting, 12–24V DC wiring, hydraulic systems, and crane usage. Rotating shifts and overtime may be required; strong teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience assembling hydraulic and mechanical systems essential.
• Knowledge of DC based electrical systems and diagnostics is an asset.
• Hands-on trouble shooting, repair, and maintenance of heavy equipment.
• Licensed Heavy Equipment Mechanic or equivalent experience.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Willing to work rotating shifts and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Read job specs and drawings to assemble heavy equipment including winching systems from 5 ton to 600+ ton.
• Perform DC wiring systems (12–24V).
• Work with hydraulic systems (2GPM to 200+ GPM).
• Utilize cranes (2Te to 55Te) and lift trucks to move and assemble equipment.
• Participate in static and dynamic testing of finished equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment assembly

DC electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Overtime willingness

Education

Licensed Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Tools

Hydraulic testing equipment

Electrical diagnostics tools

Crane operation

Testing equipment

Job description

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU

• Professional development opportunities – be part of a team that values your contributions and recognizes the impact you make on the business
• In addition to statutory holidays and vacation, receive 5 paid holidays throughout the calendar year
• Comprehensive benefits – health, medical, dental, vision, paramedical
• Uniform and safety shoe program
• Shift premium for afternoon shift
• Company-match pension
• Witness the design, building and testing of our equipment which is involved in some of the biggest projects in the world

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE COOL PROJECTS DESIGNED AND BUILT

• Hoists for the world’s second heaviest on-shore lifter at 13,000 tons
• High speed winches and control system for a 2,000-foot artificial surfing pool
• Gate hoists on the largest infrastructure project in Canada
• Mechanical stage device for Cirque du Soleil in Las Vegas
• Shaft sinking winches with 110,000 lbs line pull for mining projects in Australia
• Mooring and riser pull-in systems for multiple offshore energy projects world-wide
• Hoists for aqueduct construction which supplies 50% of drinking water to New York City
• A cable tensioning system that sets up the Artemis Emergency Egress System at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Reporting to the Assembly Supervisor, this position is responsible for assembling custom tension stringing, construction, mining, oil & gas, and marine equipment; following the project from initial assembly to testing. The position summary is to be used as a guideline only and will not incorporate all functions of the job.

• Read job specifications, interpret and work from engineering drawings to assemble custom heavy equipment including winching systems varying from 5 ton to 600+ ton
• Perform DC wiring systems (12 – 24V)
• All variations and sizes of hydraulic systems (closed and open loop), including systems from 2GPM to 200+ GPM
• Utilize large cranes (2Te to 55Te), lift trucks, etc. to transfer and manufacture equipment
• Participate in static and dynamic testing of finished equipment

WHO YOU ARE

• Previous experience in assembling hydraulic and mechanical systems is essential
• Knowledgeable in DC based electrical systems and ability to do overall diagnostics on equipment would be an asset
• Hands on troubleshooting, repair, adjustment, overhaul, and maintenance of heavy equipment
• Licensed Heavy Equipment Mechanic/or related Mechanic License and/or equivalent experience
• Experience in troubleshooting and problem solving
• Possess clear written and verbal communication skills
• Work in a co-operative group atmosphere
• Willing and able to work rotating shifts and overtime

WHAT TO DO NEXT

Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, your application will not be considered.

We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive hiring process. Accommodations due to accessibility are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

Theabove summary is to be used as a guideline only and may not incorporate all functions of the job.

No phone calls please.