Heavy Duty Mechanic

Job summary

Perform skilled mechanical repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting of heavy trucks and on-road equipment. Ensure all work adheres to safety requirements and maintain detailed documentation of all maintenance activities.

Job details

Standard General Edmonton 250 Carleton Drive St. Albert, AB T8N 6W2 Position Summary The On-Road Heavy Equipment Technician is required to perform skilled tasks in the mechanical repair and maintenance of heavy trucks, as well as promote and participate in Goal Zero Initiative. The On-Road Heavy Equipment Technician will have the ability to troubleshoot major and minor mechanical problems, as well as have the ability to repair and adjust all necessary mechanical components. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Positively participate in company safety program and adhere to all safety requirements. Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot heavy trucks. Able to perform complete repair and overhaul functions in a timely manner. Test repaired equipment for proper performance. Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts. Determine the extent of the required repair. Maintenance, service and inspection of equipment to detect faults and malfunction. In-depth knowledge of Trucks including air brake systems, and ABS systems. Adhere to workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances. Perform mechanical repairs on equipment in the shop and road calls when required. Installation of new and added-on equipment. Repair cooling and lubrication systems. Clean, lubricate, and perform other maintenance work. Keep detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation Knowledge/Skills Knowledge of mechanical repairs for heavy highway trucks and other on-road vehicles. Proven mechanical abilities in hydraulics and electrical, including schematics and diagnostics. Experience with routine maintenance operations. Strong documentation skills. Able to work well under pressure. Strong attention to detail. Experience/Education Must hold a Journeyperson’s certificate. 3 to 5 years of experience working with highway trucks/trailers. Ability to perform Commercial Vehicle Inspections with certification. Must have valid Class 5 driver’s license. Class 3 with Air Endorsement would be considered an asset. Experience on off-road equipment would be considered an asset. Working Conditions Travel to off-site locations will be required. Overtime as required, plus possible weekends. Work both indoors and outdoors. Must be able to meet all safety requirements including pre-employment drug, alcohol, and fitness to work test. May need to meet the requirements for Mask/Respirator Fit Test. Must be a current member of the IUOE Local 955 union, or willing to join. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Standard General is looking for committed, hardworking and enthusiastic individuals; we offer professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, and comprehensive benefits packages. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. Standard General Edmonton Open the Way to Stronger Communities

What you’ll do

Perform skilled mechanical repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting of heavy trucks and on-road equipment. Ensure all work adheres to safety requirements and maintain detailed documentation of all maintenance activities.

Requirements

Must hold a Journeyperson's certificate and a valid Class 5 driver's license with 3 to 5 years of experience with highway trucks. Certification to perform Commercial Vehicle Inspections is required, and membership in IUOE Local 955 is mandatory or required upon hire.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Packages

Listed skills

• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Heavy Truck Repair
• Diagnostics
• Hydraulics
• Electrical Systems
• Air Brake Systems
• ABS Systems
• Commercial Vehicle Inspections
• Preventative Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Overhaul Functions
• Cooling Systems
• Lubrication Systems
• Technical Documentation
• Road Call Service
• Equipment Installation
• Safety Compliance

Job areas

• Trades
• Transportation
• Construction
• Manufacturing
• Engineering