About the role
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 combines hands-on mechanical expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring that highway maintenance equipment is serviced efficiently and safely. By coordinating a team of mechanics, overseeing work plans, enforcing safety standards, and liaising with various stakeholders—including planners, forepersons, and suppliers, the Leadhand plays a pivotal role in maintaining equipment reliability, optimizing repair schedules, and supporting the broader transportation maintenance goals of HPW.
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.
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Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic
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Experience leading, mentoring, coaching, and general management of a team of Heavy-Duty Technicians
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Experience in a heavy equipment environment, diagnosing, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing heavy equipment
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Experience performing preventative maintenance inspections on heavy equipment
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Experience using a variety of computer programs
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
- Knowledge of regeneration systems
- Knowledge of electronic controls for hydraulic systems
- Adaptable to changing priorities
- Promotes respect, dependability and reliability Willing to work in a team environment
Conditions of Employment
This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following conditions of employment:
- Yukon Class 3 driver’s license with air endorsement, or
- Yukon Class 1 driver’s license with air endorsement endorsement (to be obtained within 1 year hire),
- Pass TMB Competency assessment on heavy equipment (grader, loader, dump truck or tractor trailer).
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate (to be obtained within 6 months of hire)
- Valid Canadian Journeyperson certification in one of the following: Heavy Equipment Technician, On-Highway Technician, or Off-road Technician.
Job Requirements
This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following job requirements:
- Travel throughout the territory,
- Work in adverse weather conditions,
- Use personal protective equipment,
- Personal tool kit.
- Steel toed Work boots
Additional information
For more information about this position, please contact 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
02 September 2025
Close Date
15 September 2025
About Yukon Government
The Yukon public service offers a diversity of career options in a stable work environment. As a Yukon government public servant, you have access to on-the-job learning, leadership courses, interdepartmental training and tuition reimbursement, and the daily opportunity to direct your career path.
As Yukon government public servants, we are able to make a genuine difference in our communities. Every day, we work closely with both the people we serve and with the decision-makers who guide the policies that affect our lives. A career with us allows you to be a part of that process and watch the results of your work come to life in the real world.
Our employment equity policy affirms equal access for women, aboriginal people and people with disabilities to government jobs.
The Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014. This is due to the benefits, leave options and opportunities for training and career development.
About the role
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 combines hands-on mechanical expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring that highway maintenance equipment is serviced efficiently and safely. By coordinating a team of mechanics, overseeing work plans, enforcing safety standards, and liaising with various stakeholders—including planners, forepersons, and suppliers, the Leadhand plays a pivotal role in maintaining equipment reliability, optimizing repair schedules, and supporting the broader transportation maintenance goals of HPW.
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.
-
Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic
-
Experience leading, mentoring, coaching, and general management of a team of Heavy-Duty Technicians
-
Experience in a heavy equipment environment, diagnosing, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing heavy equipment
-
Experience performing preventative maintenance inspections on heavy equipment
-
Experience using a variety of computer programs
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
- Knowledge of regeneration systems
- Knowledge of electronic controls for hydraulic systems
- Adaptable to changing priorities
- Promotes respect, dependability and reliability Willing to work in a team environment
Conditions of Employment
This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following conditions of employment:
- Yukon Class 3 driver’s license with air endorsement, or
- Yukon Class 1 driver’s license with air endorsement endorsement (to be obtained within 1 year hire),
- Pass TMB Competency assessment on heavy equipment (grader, loader, dump truck or tractor trailer).
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate (to be obtained within 6 months of hire)
- Valid Canadian Journeyperson certification in one of the following: Heavy Equipment Technician, On-Highway Technician, or Off-road Technician.
Job Requirements
This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following job requirements:
- Travel throughout the territory,
- Work in adverse weather conditions,
- Use personal protective equipment,
- Personal tool kit.
- Steel toed Work boots
Additional information
For more information about this position, please contact 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
02 September 2025
Close Date
15 September 2025
About Yukon Government
The Yukon public service offers a diversity of career options in a stable work environment. As a Yukon government public servant, you have access to on-the-job learning, leadership courses, interdepartmental training and tuition reimbursement, and the daily opportunity to direct your career path.
As Yukon government public servants, we are able to make a genuine difference in our communities. Every day, we work closely with both the people we serve and with the decision-makers who guide the policies that affect our lives. A career with us allows you to be a part of that process and watch the results of your work come to life in the real world.
Our employment equity policy affirms equal access for women, aboriginal people and people with disabilities to government jobs.
The Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014. This is due to the benefits, leave options and opportunities for training and career development.