Shop Hand

KLS Earthworks; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary & benefits

Team environment

Full-time position

Career progression

Industry-leading company

Job summary

KLS Earthworks is seeking a reliable General Shop Hand to support mechanics and day-to-day shop operations in our Calgary-area heavy equipment shop. This role suits someone mechanically inclined who wants hands-on experience and potential progression into an Apprentice Heavy Equipment Technician.

We offer a path to growth within a safety-focused team. Established in 1990, KLS Earthworks emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous learning, with a strong focus on career progression in construction

Qualifications

• Mechanically inclined with interest in heavy equipment and mechanics.
• Reliable, hardworking, and willing to learn.
• Comfortable in a physically demanding environment and able to take direction as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist mechanics with general shop tasks and repairs as directed.
• Pick up and deliver parts, supplies, and materials.
• Clean and organize the shop and work areas.
• Wash and clean heavy equipment, trucks, and company vehicles.
• Help maintain tools, equipment, and shop supplies.
• Assist with moving equipment and vehicles around the yard/shop.
• Support basic preventative maintenance tasks as experience develops.
• Help ensure the shop remains clean, safe, and organized.
• Perform other general duties as required to support the maintenance team.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Reliable

Willing to learn

Team player

Safety oriented

Job description

Join Our Team

KLS Earthworks is looking for a reliable and hardworking General Shop Hand to support our mechanics and day-to-day shop operations.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is mechanically inclined, enjoys working with equipment, and wants to gain hands‑on experience in a busy heavy‑equipment shop. For the right individual, there may be an opportunity to progress into an Apprentice Heavy Equipment Technician role in the future.

Established in 1990, KLS Earthworks & Environmental is a family‑rooted company and a leader in excavation, earthworks, and environmental construction across Western Canada. Built on a foundation of safety and operational excellence, we deliver time‑and‑cost‑saving solutions through a modern fleet and a highly skilled team of professionals.

At KLS, we value people who Help First, stay Hungry, are Willing to Learn, and remain Committed to doing the job right.

What You’ll Do

• Assist mechanics with general shop tasks and repairs as directed
• Pick up and deliver parts, supplies, and materials
• Clean and organize the shop and work areas
• Wash and clean heavy equipment, trucks, and company vehicles
• Help maintain tools, equipment, and shop supplies
• Assist with moving equipment and vehicles around the yard/shop
• Support basic preventative maintenance tasks as experience develops
• Help ensure the shop remains clean, safe, and organized
• Perform other general duties as required to support the maintenance team.

Qualifications

• Mechanically inclined with an interest in heavy equipment and mechanics
• Reliable, hardworking, and willing to learn
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment
• Able to take direction and work as part of a team
• Strong attention to safety and keeping a clean work environment
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• Previous shop, construction, equipment, or mechanical experience is an asset but not required

Opportunity to Grow

We are looking for someone who wants more than just a job. For an individual who demonstrates a strong work ethic, mechanical aptitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn, there is potential to work toward an apprenticeship as a Heavy Equipment Technician.

If you’re looking to get your foot in the door, learn from experienced mechanics, and build a career in the heavy‑equipment industry, we’d like to hear from you.

What we are Offering

• Competitive compensation package including salary, benefits and group savings with company matching
• Supportive team environment
• Stable, full‑time office position
• A clear path for career progression as the company grows
• Be part of a growing, industry‑leading company in construction and aggregates

KLS Earthworks Inc. is committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.