Vehicle Mechanic - Future Opprotunities

Nasittuq Corporation; Canada; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A company supporting Northern operations is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to perform repairs and maintenance on various vehicles and equipment in remote Arctic locations. This role requires at least 5 years of relevant experience, a valid mechanic certification, and the ability to work in challenging conditions. Competitive compensation includes overtime pay, comprehensive benefits, and living arrangements.

Benefits

Private accommodation with meals

Health, dental, vision insurance

Employer-matched pension plan

Arctic clothing allowance

Vacation pay

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on field experience in heavy equipment.
• Experience with diagnostic equipment and working in remote areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs of site vehicles and equipment.
• Conduct diagnostic tests on various machinery.
• Provide training to new or authorized staff.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Skilled in diagnostic equipment

Ability to work in cold environments

Education

High School education or equivalent

Qualified Motor Vehicle Mechanic (310S and/or 310T)

Job description

Facilities Maintenance Technician Vehicle Mechanic - North Warning System

Location: Various Northern Sites Across the Arctic
Type: Unionized, Rotational Position (6 weeks on, 6 weeks off)

Overview

Nasittuq Corporation operates and maintains the North Warning System (NWS), a critical joint Canada-US radar network with 47 sites across Northern Canada.

What You’ll Do

• Perform maintenance and repairs of site vehicles, heavy equipment, and powered support equipment.
• Conduct diagnostic tests, problem-solving, and corrective maintenance on land, water, and snow equipment (e.g., trucks, graders, snowmobiles, generators, and more).
• Provide On-the-Job Training (OJT) to new or authorized staff.
• Assist with the operation of snow-clearing equipment and the loading/unloading of aircraft.
• Sample POL products and assist in fuel off-loading operations.
• Document reports and maintain files as per NWS work management systems.
• Travel between adjacent radar sites as required.

Who You Are

• Education: High School education or a combination of education and experience.
• Certificates/Licenses: Qualified Motor Vehicle Mechanic (310S and/or 310T with diesel endorsement). A provincial/territorial certificate of qualification is required. Military QL 5 or Journeyman qualification in heavy equipment or Automotive Technician. Valid driver’s license.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of hands-on field experience, with experience in heavy equipment within the last 10 years.
• Skills: Strong problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize tasks. Skilled in the use of diagnostic equipment and capable of working in remote, cold environments.

Bonus

• Experience working in Northern or Arctic conditions.
• Familiarity with operational protocols in remote areas.

Why Join Us?

Rotation & OT: 6 weeks in/6 weeks out rotation (48-hour workweeks) with overtime at 1.5x base rate. Paid travel days (up to 2 days) with all travel costs covered.

Living Arrangements: Private accommodation with meals, Wi-Fi, TV, laundry facilities, and recreation.

Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and employer-matched pension plans (up to 5%).

Additional Perks: Arctic clothing and annual safety footwear allowance of $175. $500 referral bonus for eligible positions.

Growth Opportunities: Access to training for certifications and skill development, with reasonable expenses covered.

Vacation Pay: 6% for employees under five years and 8% for those with over five years of tenure.

Northern Living Allowance: Additional biweekly allowance for employees residing in designated northern communities: Inuvik, Cambridge Bay, Sanirajak, and Iqaluit.

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Land Claim Beneficiaries of the Nunavut, Inuvialuit, and Nunatsiavut Land Claim Agreements will be prioritized. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.

Nasittuq provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Translation: We invite you to join us and embark on a rewarding career journey!

We thank you for your interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Candidate Fields to Apply

• Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Diesel Mechanic
• Automotive Technician
• Vehicle Maintenance Technician
• Equipment Maintenance Specialist
• Fleet Mechanic
• Snowmobile Technician
• Construction Equipment Mechanic
• Industrial Mechanic
• Maintenance Supervisor (Vehicles and Equipment)