On-Road Heavy Equipment Tech — Transit Buses

Socket.dev; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician (On Road) to perform skilled journeyperson work on municipal transit buses and equipment. You will inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain systems, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across the fleet.

The role requires a certified journeyperson, Alberta CVIP certification, and at least 3 years of relevant transit bus experience.

Qualifications

• Certified Journeyperson in Heavy Equipment Technician – Truck and Transport Mechanic (On Road).
• Valid Alberta CVIP licence and ongoing recertification as required.

Responsibilities

• Organize and perform maintenance on transit buses and equipment.
• Test repaired buses to ensure proper performance and compliance.
• Inspect commercial vehicles per Alberta regulations.
• Assist in developing maintenance schedules and cost estimates.
• Oversee apprentices and trainees; ensure safety and quality.

Skills

Heavy equipment knowledge

Diesel engine diagnostics

Electrical systems

Problem solving

Education

Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician (On Road)

Alberta CVIP licence

Tools

Cummins Insite

Allison DOC

Fleet maintenance software

Job description

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician (On Road) to perform skilled journeyperson work on municipal transit buses and equipment. You will inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain systems, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across the fleet.

The role requires a certified journeyperson, Alberta CVIP certification, and at least 3 years of relevant transit bus experience.