Power Generation and Mechanical Specialist

Jobtailor; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Canada seeks an experienced mechanical leader to maintain and upgrade generator systems supporting Forestry Division infrastructure. You will conduct diagnostics, oversee preventive maintenance, and lead technical initiatives in remote, harsh environments.

The role requires a two-year technical diploma in heavy-duty mechanics with extensive field experience, welding, machining, and design skills, plus RCMP clearance within 10 months. Travel and overtime are expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical diploma in heavy duty mechanic or related field and six years related experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience with power generation systems supporting emergency services, forestry operations, or critical facilities.
• Experience welding, machining, fabrication, and custom mechanical design.
• Knowledge of lifecycle asset management, capital planning, and equipment replacement strategies.
• Familiarity with Alberta Building Code, electrical regulations, environmental requirements, and OH&S standards.
• Ability to obtain RCMP Enhanced Reliability Status security clearance within 10 months.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime in harsh environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics, overhauls, and repairs on diesel, LPG, natural gas, and gasoline generator systems.
• Respond to emergency power outages and restore critical operations through troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Perform load bank testing, fuel system calibrations, inspections, and readiness assessments.
• Evaluate and modify generator systems for efficiency, reliability, and cold-weather performance.
• Design site-specific operating procedures for remote and extreme environments.
• Develop technical specifications, scopes of work, and maintenance requirements for outsourced mechanical contracts.
• Evaluate contractor proposals and monitor vendor performance against service agreements and engineering standards.
• Review contractor work and expenditures for quality, accountability, and value.
• Fabricate custom components and engineer temporary and permanent repairs.
• Modify equipment for non-standard assets and unique operational requirements.
• Analyze lifecycle and performance data to forecast replacements and prevent failures.
• Develop fleet modernization, equipment upgrade, and capital planning strategies.
• Establish preventive maintenance programs for generators, pumps, compressors, and specialized mechanical equipment.
• Train staff on inspections, operational checks, and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, engineering requirements, and provincial legislation.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership for mechanical assets supporting Forestry Division infrastructure.

Skills

Advanced Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Root-Cause Analysis

Strategic Leadership

Training and Development

Education

Two-Year Technical Diploma in Heavy Duty Mechanics

Tools

Welding

Machining

Fabrication

Job description

• Conduct advanced diagnostics, overhauls, and repairs on diesel, LPG, natural gas, and gasoline generator systems
• Respond to emergency power outages and restore critical operations through troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
• Perform load bank testing, fuel system calibrations, inspections, and readiness assessments
• Evaluate and modify generator systems for efficiency, reliability, and cold-weather performance
• Design site-specific operating procedures for remote and extreme environments
• Develop technical specifications, scopes of work, and maintenance requirements for outsourced mechanical contracts
• Evaluate contractor proposals and monitor vendor performance against service agreements and engineering standards
• Review contractor work and expenditures for quality, accountability, and value
• Fabricate custom components and engineer temporary and permanent repairs
• Modify equipment for non-standard assets and unique operational requirements
• Analyze lifecycle and performance data to forecast replacements and prevent failures
• Develop fleet modernization, equipment upgrade, and capital planning strategies
• Establish preventive maintenance programs for generators, pumps, compressors, and specialized mechanical equipment
• Train staff on inspections, operational checks, and preventive maintenance
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, engineering requirements, and provincial legislation
• Provide strategic and operational leadership for mechanical assets supporting Forestry Division infrastructure

Requirements

• Two-year technical diploma in heavy duty mechanic, power systems technician, gas compression technician, or a related field plus six years related experience, or equivalent education/experience
• Six years of related experience for the stated diploma pathway
• Experience with power generation systems supporting emergency services, communications infrastructure, forestry operations, or critical public-sector facilities
• Experience with welding, machining, fabrication, and custom mechanical design
• Knowledge of lifecycle asset management, capital planning, and equipment replacement strategies
• Familiarity with Alberta Building Code, electrical regulations, environmental requirements, and occupational health and safety standards
• Experience working in remote or harsh environmental conditions and supporting critical infrastructure
• Final candidates must undergo a criminal records check
• Must be able to obtain RCMP Enhanced Reliability Status security clearance within 10 months of employment
• Ability to work overtime, travel outside the home area, and work extended hours with little or no notice
• Applicants must apply online and provide dates for education and work experience

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in advanced diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance of diesel and gas generator systems, with a strong focus on compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards. Proven ability to develop and implement preventive maintenance programs and evaluate contractor performance in critical infrastructure settings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Advanced Diagnostics
• Generator System Repairs
• Preventive Maintenance Programs
• Lifecycle Asset Management
• Compliance with Safety Regulations

Hard Skills

• Diesel Generator Systems
• LPG Systems
• Natural Gas Systems
• Gasoline Generator Systems
• Load Bank Testing
• Fuel System Calibration
• Welding
• Machining
• Fabrication
• Custom Mechanical Design

Soft Skills

• Troubleshooting
• Root-Cause Analysis
• Strategic Leadership
• Training and Development

Certifications & Qualifications

• Two-Year Technical Diploma
• RCMP Enhanced Reliability Status

Industry Keywords

• Power Generation Systems
• Emergency Services
• Forestry Operations
• Alberta Building Code
• Occupational Health and Safety Standards