Red Seal Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Irving Woodlands; Truro; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Red Seal Heavy Equipment Mechanic. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy forestry equipment across Nova Scotia, enjoy competitive wages, and have opportunities for advancement with a supportive team. Full-time position with additional benefits including health coverage and a sign-on bonus.

Benefits

Competitive wages and overtime pay

Company-provided service truck and tools

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Wellness and Family Assistance programs

RRSP matching program

Opportunities for training and career advancement

Uniforms provided

Company discounts with various partners

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in heavy equipment repair and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs on heavy equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Operate service truck and maintain tools and parts inventory.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Red Seal Certification in Heavy Duty Equipment Technician

Tools

Service trucks

Job description

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Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Red Seal Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of heavy forestry equipment at job sites across Nova Scotia. This is a field-based position requiring travel to various locations with a fully equipped service truck.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Red Seal Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of heavy forestry equipment at job sites across Nova Scotia. This is a field-based position requiring travel to various locations with a fully equipped service truck.

Location: Truro, Nova Scotia & surrounding areas

Job Type: Full-Time

Wage: $38.72 per hour paid weekly + $2000 sign on bonus

Schedule: Monday to Friday, with occasional weekends or emergency call-outs. 10-hour Day and night shifts with overtime available

What we offer:

• Competitive wages and overtime pay.
• Company-provided service truck and tools.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Wellness and Family Assistance programs.
• RRSP matching program.
• Opportunities for training and career advancement.
• Uniforms provided.
• Company discounts including Bell, Michelin, SiriusXM, and more
  
  

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs on heavy equipment including harvesters, forwarders, and trucks.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and inspections to ensure equipment reliability and safety.
• Maintain accurate service records and communicate effectively with dispatch and customers.
• Operate service truck and maintain tools and parts inventory.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and company policies.
  
  

Qualifications

• Red Seal Certification or equivalent in Heavy Duty Equipment Technician (required).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in heavy equipment repair and maintenance.
• Forestry Equipment and truck and trailer experience considered an asset
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (Class 3 or higher an asset).
• Ability to work independently in varying weather and site conditions.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
  
  

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

At Irving Woodlands , we take pride in our role as stewards of the land. Focused on rigorous and sustainable land management, Irving Woodlands is guided by an 80-year management plan that preserves the environmental and ecological integrity of our land, air, water and wildlife.

Irving Woodlands maintains an engaged team of over 1,600 employees, contractors, seasonal workers and students who are dedicated to research, conservation and continuously improving our forest management practices and long-term business results. Our multi-faceted team trains, develops and builds long-term, rewarding careers in all aspects of forestry, from tree nurseries and tree improvement to research and environmental management. Our forestry professionals, supported by our logistics and professional services group, are world-class and implement leading strategies in these areas: silviculture, planting, harvesting, trucking and logistics, operational and road construction, maintenance, technology, forest patrol and research. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to work across any of our safety first, cutting-edge technology operations and land holdings located in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Maine.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing

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