Heavy Equipment Technician

We are pleased to offer exciting opportunities for driven and self-motivated Heavy Equipment Technicians and a Mechanical Supervisor to join Mainroad Alberta Contracting (Vermilion) LP. In these roles, you will maintain and repair our fleet of vehicles and equipment. These are full-time, permanent positions based out of our shop in Viking, AB.

Mainroad Alberta Contracting (Vermilion) LP has been awarded two provincial highway maintenance contracts (CMA 512 and CMA 513), covering approximately 2,160 kilometres of highway and 59 bridges. Operations will be supported through yard locations in Blackfoot, Edgerton, Dewberry, Wainwright, Vermilion, Viking, Killam, and Camrose.

As part of the Mainroad Group-an employee-owned company and a recognized leader in innovative, safe, and reliable infrastructure services across Canada-you'll work in a team that values ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

The successful candidates will be offered a competitive compensation package including comprehensive health and dental benefits, paid vacation, RRSP plan, and share purchase plan!

Heavy Equipment Technician 

The successful candidate shall have the following qualifications:

 

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Alberta Certificate of Qualification or Interprovincial Ticket as a Mechanic (Heavy Equipment Technician preferred).
• Minimum of three years' experience as a Heavy Equipment Technician (Heavy Duty Mechanic).
• Completion of the Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program (CVIP) or ability to complete within three months.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License (Class 3 with airbrake endorsement preferred).
• Previous experience maintaining and repairing highway maintenance/snow removal equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Act and Regulations.
• Ability to work shifts, call-outs, weekends, and overtime as required.
• Willingness to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Capable of performing heavy physical labor.
• Leadership skills and ability to mentor an apprentice.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Positive attitude with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Safety-conscious, dedicated, and committed.

Job duties include, but are not limited to the following:

 

• Repair and maintain a wide range of company vehicles and equipment in accordance with established standards.
• Maintain knowledge and skills to effectively handle all aspects of the work.
• Provide cooperation, service, and respect to co-workers, customers, and the general public.
• Coach and mentor apprentices and other assigned employees.
• Provide complete and timely records and reports as required by company policies and guidelines.
• Ensure all assigned tools and equipment are accounted for and properly maintained.
• Perform other related duties and special assignments as required and assigned.

Mechanical Supervisor

The successful candidate shall have the following qualifications:

 

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) is required.
• Alberta Certificate of Qualification, and/or Interprovincial Ticket as a Mechanic is required (Heavy Equipment Technician is preferred).
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License (Class 3 with airbrake endorsement preferred).
• Completion of the Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program (CVIP) or the ability to successfully complete the CVIP within three (3) months.
• Three (3) years' experience as a supervisor.
• Five (5) years' experience as a Mechanic.
• Previous experience maintaining and repairing highway maintenance/snow removal equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Act and Regulations.
• Ability to acquire and record accurate information.
• Ability to work shifts (days, afternoons, nights), if required.
• Ability to work call-outs, weekends and overtime, if required.
• Willing to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Capable of performing heavy physical labour.
• Leadership skills and the ability to mentor mechanics and apprentices.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Positive attitude with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Safety-conscious, dedicated, and committed.

Job duties include, but are not limited to the following:

 

• Supervises the mechanical crews.
• Ensures a wide range of Company vehicles and equipment, as assigned, are repaired and/or receive the specified maintenance in accordance with established standards.
• Collaborates and communicates with operational management regarding the scheduling and status of maintenance and repairs.
• Maintains knowledge and skills at a level which enables ongoing effectiveness in handling all aspects of the work.
• Ensures co-workers, customers and members of the general public receive co-operation, service and respect at all times.
• Provides mechanics, apprentices and other assigned employees with coaching and mentoring.
• Provides complete and timely records and reports as required by Company policies and guidelines.
• Ensures all assigned tools and equipment are accounted for and are properly maintained.
• Administration duties including, issuing, and updating of shop work orders.
• Daily collection of mechanic timecards and verification of personnel.
• Monitors shop vacation schedule and ensures associated forms are submitted to payroll.
• Schedules and monitors repairs with outside suppliers.
• Updates and maintains unit files and logbooks.
• Monitors preventative maintenance schedules.
• Leads monthly toolbox meetings.
• Completes, records, and reports the appropriate documentation for any and all items requiring repair, maintenance or cleaning.
• Performs other related duties and special assignments as required and assigned.

If you're excited to join our team, we invite you to apply by submitting your resume through this posting. Please attach your 5-year driver's abstract, trade certifications, equipment certifications, and safety certifications. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Mainroad Group is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We welcome and respect people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives. We are committed to creating a fair and equitable work environment where everyone can thrive and succeed.

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