Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Department

Government of Yukon -> Highways and Public Works - Transportation Maintenance Garage Ops Shop

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

End Date

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

80

Classification

TR13

Salary

$47.30 - $47.30

Union

YEU

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

10%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government's goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference.

Job Summary and Requirements

This is a until -filled competition. Candidates are encouraged not to delay submitting their application as this posting can close at any time after 10 business days with 24-hour posted notice. Resumes will be screened at regular intervals until the position is filled or the competition closes, whichever is earliest. 

This is to fill a permanent full-time Heavy Equipment Mechanic position in Whitehorse. 

Join Our Team at the Department of Highways and Public Works!

Are you ready to make a positive impact on Yukon communities? The Department of Highways and Public Works provides the necessary structure that makes life in Yukon possible. Together, we are committed to uphold the values of safety, innovation, teamwork, and leadership in our everyday work. 

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join our Transportation team. This position keep the equipment that maintains the roads safe and reliable. We maintain a large variety of equipment from snow blowers, loaders, packers to KW and Western Star dump and highway trucks and we have the largest CAT grader fleet in Western Canada. 

For more information on what we offer, terms and conditions of employment, how to apply, and tips on how to prepare and submit your resume, please visit: Careers in the Government of Yukon (yukoncareerpaths.ca)

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.
 

• Red Seal Journeyman Heavy Equipment Mechanic and/or
• Red Seal Journeyman Truck and Coach Mechanic
• Experience diagnosing, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing mobile and stationary equipment.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance inspections and repairs.
• Extensive experience diagnosing and troubleshooting aftertreatment systems, diesel engines, transmissions, and other such components.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications, skills and knowledge, but also demonstrate suitability for the role and organizational culture. Key competencies for success in this role include:
 

• Safety and service orientation
• Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance
• Adaptable to changing priorities
• Promotes respect, dependability and reliability
• Developing People
• Modeling Interpersonal Skills and Personal Responsibility
• Influencing Others
• Thinking Strategically
• Leading Change and Innovation

Conditions of Employment 

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following conditions (s) of employment: 
 

• Red Seal Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Mechanic and/or Red Seal Journeyperson Truck and Coach Mechanic
• Valid Class 5 Yukon Driver's License
• Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program (CVIP) certification (must be obtained within 6 months of hire)
• Valid Class 3 Yukon Driver's License with Air Brake Endorsement (must be obtained within 6 months of hire)
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate (to be obtained within 6 months of hire).

Job Requirements 

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following job requirements: 
 

• Capacity to lift heavy objects and work at heights,
• Work in adverse weather conditions,
• Guide and work with apprentice mechanics,
• Work outside of headquarters area for extended periods of time,
• Accept standby shift responsibilities.
• Use personal protective equipment.
• Steel toes work boots
• Personal tool kit

Additional information

For more information about this position, please contact John Malak, Heavy Equipment Mechanical Supervisor at john.malak@yukon.ca or Chris Dunbar, Manager, Mechanical Operations at Chris.Dunbar@yukon.ca

For more information on what is happening at HPW, we encourage you to check us out on Yukon.ca, Facebook!

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within Highways and Public Works, please contact: Katrina Dobush, at katrina.dobush@yukon.ca

Eligibility List

6 months

Post Date

28 November 2025

Close Date

27 February 2026

Job Description

JD - HEM Whitehorse