heavy-duty equipment mechanic

Employment and Social Development Canada; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking skilled mechanics with experience in diesel engine and equipment repair. Candidates must be willing to travel and work on-site, with responsibilities including troubleshooting and conducting routine maintenance on heavy trucks. This permanent full-time position offers an hourly wage and a secure work environment.

Benefits

Staff accommodation available

Vehicle supplied by employer

Travel expenses paid by employer

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in mechanical maintenance.
• Welding experience required.
• Ability to travel frequently.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair heavy trucks and various equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Order parts and keep inventory.

Skills

Welding experience

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Client focus

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Tools

Job description

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Job details

• Location Offsite work available suite Offsite work available Calgary , AB T2E 8W1
• Workplace information On the road
• Salary 52.50 hourly / 72 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Source Job Bank #3321082

Overview

Languages

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

• Cold/refrigerated
• Dusty
• Hot

Work setting

• Staff accommodation available
• Staff accommodation provided
• Various locations
• On-site customer service

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required
• Order parts and maintain inventory
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
• Keep maintenance reports and documentation
• Welding experience
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
• Perform repair work on heavy trucks
• Service attachments and working tools
• Verify and repair emission control systems

Experience and specialization

Diesel engine repair specialization

• Cooling system
• Air conditioning system
• Lubrication system
• Major internal engine repairs or overhaul
• Installation and alignment of engines and machinery

Powered equipment repair specialization

• Hydraulic-operated working attachments
• Compressors
• Pumps
• Electric generators

Mechanical maintenance and repair specialization

• Mechanical transmissions
• Drive trains and final drives
• Hydraulic transmissions
• Power take-offs
• Tracked vehicle suspensions and steering
• Wheel-mounted vehicle suspension and steering
• Highway vehicle tires and wheels
• Off-road vehicle tires and wheels
• Differentials
• Brake system

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Medical exam
• Drug test
• Basic security clearance
• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Vehicle supplied by employer
• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel regularly
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Valid driver's licence
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
• Standing for extended periods
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Tools

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-07-19

Important notice: This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.