Heavy Duty Mechanic Jobs

West Fraser's Quesnel Sawmill Division Has An Opportunity For a Fully Certified

Are you interested in working for a company that offers a challenging work environment and a rewarding career path.

Heavy Duty Mechanic

This position offers a challenging, diverse, and exciting opportunity to become part of our team. Job duties will fall within our Mobile Shop department. This position requires an individual who will perform a variety of tasks related to the safe and efficient application of the technical skills and knowledge of a Heavy Duty Mechanic. Duties involve the repair and maintenance of industrial equipment such as: Log loaders, Wheel Loaders, Forklifts and other mobile equipment used in the manufacture of lumber. Continually ensuring the quality and standards of service to safety and production must be maintained.

Our Ideal Candidate Must Possess

• Apprentices are encouraged to apply
• A valid Inter-Provincial or Provincial Journeyperson mechanic certification
• Ability to read manuals and schematics
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Knowledge of Hydraulics
• Commitment to working safely and creating a safe work place
• Flexible schedule for day, evening and weekend shifts
• Organizational and planning skills

Considered a Strong Asset

• Strong Electrical back ground
• Experience working in a fleet shop
• Cummins and Cat engine experience

Our highly competitive compensation package includes: 

• Competitive base salary with annual bonus opportunity 
• Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, pension, life insurance, disability, accident insurance, vacation, and holidays 

About West Fraser: 

West Fraser is a leading forest products company. We are listed on the TSX, NYSE and recognized for the tenth time as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers. Our goals are straightforward - leadership through safety, profit, responsibility in communities, excellence in people, and strength in products.  

West Fraser Timber has over 60 locations across Canada, the United States, and Europe.

West Fraser continues to invest in our manufacturing facilities to ensure they are modern and competitive. We have a sustainable forestry practice and continue to innovate our processes and diversify our products, including investing in bioenergy.

We believe strongly in promoting from within and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company. West Fraser offers an excellent compensation package, including a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and an outstanding pension plan. 

West Fraser believes inclusive and diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that reflect the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment based on race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic. 

Apply now at https://www.westfraser.com/careers and discover more about our current opportunities! 

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Leadership through safety, profit, responsibility in communities, excellence in people, and strength in products.  

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.