Heavy Equipment Technician, Journeyperson (Remanufacturing)

We are seeking aJourneyperson Heavy Equipment Technician to join our Remanufacturing team in Acheson, AB . Our Heavy Equipment Technicians in Reman will tackle some of the largest construction and mining equipment components and bring it back to OEM specs. If you have an eye for detail and meticulous work, this is the role for you!

Base Wage: $54.02 per hour. Additional premiums apply.
Location: Acheson, AB.
Schedule: 7x7

What You'll Do

 

• Performing assemblies, preventative maintenance, repairs and complete overhauls on heavy equipment components (ex. Wheel Motors, Final Drives, Hydraulics, etc.).
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized or other testing equipment to determine the extent of repair required.
• Make recommendations regarding extent of repairs and suggest methods of improvement.
• Interpret work order and technical manuals.
• Complete job specific reports and paperwork as needed.
• Have a strong awareness and attitude towards workplace health and safety.
• Motivated and able to work in a challenging environment with minimal supervision.
• Job tasks may be physically demanding lifting up to 50 lbs. Confined Space work is required.

What You Bring

The successful candidate will be a Heavy Equipment Technician, Journeyperson with 1-2 years experience working with mining/construction equipment. Other requirements include:

 

• Clear commitment to safety
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Valid Class 5 drivers license
• Some positions may require the ability to travel and meet customer site requirements
• Experience with Komatsu equipment is considered an asset
• Interprovincial Red Seal is considered an asset

This position is classified as an Individual Contributor role in SMS Equipment's competency framework, requiring demonstration of core competencies (customer focus, collaboration, and technical/functional expertise).

At SMS Equipment, safety is one of our core values and we care for each other, without exception. Our successful candidate is intrinsically motivated and committed to making safe choices, when completing all tasks.

Pre-Employment

This position is safety sensitive. Candidates may be required to complete:

 

• Ticket verification
• Pre-employment medical questionnaire
• Drug and alcohol test
• 5 year commercial drivers abstract

This posting is for an existing vacancy within SMS Equipment. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is hired.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted.

SMS Equipment offers rewardingcareersin the heavy equipment industry across Canada. As the largest Komatsu dealer in North America, SMS Equipment gives you the opportunity to represent world-class quality in our product offerings and customer service.A few of the many benefits of working with SMS Equipment includecompetitive wages, comprehensive group benefits plan, and RRSP matching.