Journeyman/Woman Heavy Equipment Technician

Why Join the Union Tractor Team:

Opportunity for Advancement

Employee Appreciation & Well-Being

Work-Life Balance

Safety Oriented Workplace

Open Communication

Clean, Healthy and Positive Work Environment

Come join our GROWING TEAM of incredible individuals and experience an outstanding company culture filled with support, education advancement and career growth opportunities.

Gear Up for An Exciting Career!

TO TOP IT OFF WE ARE OFFERING A SIGNING BONUS OF $10,000

Send in your applications today.

WE ARE HIRING FOR ALL OF OUR LOCATIONS:

NISKU

RED DEER

GRANDE PRAIRIE

PRINCE GEORGE

CHILLIWACK

Core Competencies

• Planning and Organizing
• Problem Solving
• Energy & Stress
• Team Work
• Time Management
• Creative and Innovative Thinking
• Accountability and Dependability
• Quality Orientation
• Providing Consultation
• Ethics and Integrity
• Trouble Shooting and Diagnostics

Job Duties

• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service
• Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology and repair techniques
• Accurate completion of work orders and time cards
• Repair cooling, and lubrication systems
• Electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents/injuries in a timely manner to the supervisor in order to facilitate prompt correction or reporting
• Adhere to workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances
• Repair cable-operated working attachments, winches, compressors, pumps, electric generators, etc.
• Repair mechanical transmissions, drive-trains and final drives
• Inspect, repair and adjust Caterpillar, Volvo, Komatsu and other heavy off-road equipment.
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance
• Perform mechanical repairs on equipment in the shop and road calls when required
• Instruct apprentices
• Diagnose defects in heavy duty equipment
• Other mechanical repair work as required
• Perform incidental welding operations on equipment
• Install and align engines and machinery
• Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
• Keep detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation

Requirements

• Appropriate credentials and certifications
• Experience with routine maintenance operations
• 3 years’ experience as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Ability to work independently in a busy environment
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Preference will be given to Red Seal Journeyman Mechanic
• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times
• Able to work well under pressure
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Computer literate
• Strong attention to detail
• Willing to work overtime.
• Proven mechanical abilities in hydraulics and electrical, including schematics and diagnostics
• Possess a valid drivers license

Benefits

• Dental and Vision Care Benefit Package
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Paid Vacation Days
• Company Pension Plan
• Coveralls and PPE provided
• On-Site Parking
• Life Insurance Benefit Package
• Tool and Boot Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program

Schedule

• 8 hour shift; possibility of OT
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On Site