Journeyman Heavy Duty Technician/Mechanic

Job summary

Perform skilled mechanical servicing, repair, and preventative maintenance on long haul fleet trucks and trailers to maximize efficiency. Responsible for conducting CVIP inspections, performing metal fabrication, and mentoring heavy duty mechanic apprentices.

Job details

Empowered to Excel. Trusted to Make a Difference. Join One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies! Title Journeyman Heavy Duty Technician/Mechanic Work Location Leduc, AB Reports to: Operations Manager Department: Waste Management At KBL, we do things differently. As Western Canada’s largest environmental waste management company—born in the North and built on resilience—we’ve grown by trusting our people, keeping them safe, and backing bold ideas. We're proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies! We’re looking for a Journeyman Heavy Duty Technician/Mechanic to join our team. The Journeyman Heavy Duty Technician/Mechanic performs skilled tasks in the mechanical servicing, repair and maintenance of KBL’s long haul fleet equipment (trucks and trailers). The Journeyman Mechanic will have the ability to troubleshoot major and minor mechanical problems, as well as repair and adjust all necessary mechanical components and maintain detailed records. This position is also responsible for apprenticing 1st to 4th year Heavy Duty Mechanic’s Apprentice. What You’ll Do Perform equipment servicing to maximize efficiency and reduce downtime. Complete repairs and preventative maintenance in line with servicing requirements. Accurately document work orders, including time, parts, and repair details. Delegate tasks to apprentices based on skill and competency levels. Record service inspections with detailed documentation. Conduct Commercial Vehicle Inspections (CVIP) in compliance with regulatory standards. Repair, overhaul, and maintain equipment components to meet safety and performance standards. Perform hot work, including welding, grinding, cutting, torch use, and metal fabrication. Maintain shop and yard cleanliness, manage tools, waste, and assist with inventory. Enforce health and safety standards, reporting hazards and ensuring safe work practices. Who You Are Journeyman Heavy Duty Technician/Mechanic Minimum 3 years’ experience working on heavy trucks and trailers Possession of valid Driver’s License and clean Driver’s Abstract Must have exceptional verbal communication skills, able to give and receive verbal information and direction in a fast-paced environment Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting and teamwork skills What You Need Must hold a Journeyman’s Heavy-Duty Technician/Mechanic Ticket Hydraulic and bulk solids equipment knowledge is considered an asset Knowledge in inventory management Ability to perform physically demanding tasks (lifting 55 lbs, confined spaces, heights, extended standing). Self-motivator willing to work shift work We’re committed to providing a safe, supportive work environment. Reasonable accommodations are available to those who qualify. Why You'll Love Working Here Trust & Empowerment: Empowered culture with minimal bureaucracy- just real responsibility, ownership, and the flexibility to do your best work Growth & Agility: We’re entrepreneurial by nature—quick to adapt and deeply invested in your development Care & Commitment: From top-tier benefits (including $3,000 annually for psychological support) to a focus on safety and wellness, we put our people first Meaningful Impact: Your work helps build safer, cleaner communities across Canada and that’s something to be proud of Why You'll Love Our Perks Competitive wage, allowances and above-market benefits RRSP matching, Health Care Spending Account, Wellness account, and flexible work options where feasible Paid training and development opportunities, Manager training program, formal Employee Recognition program We're Proud of Where We Come From - and Where We're Going Founded in the North in 2006 and led by an EY Entrepreneur of the Year, KBL continues to grow with purpose and agility. We share our success with our people and invest in their well-being every step of the way. KBL is committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. Please notify us if you require any. Preference may be given to Indigenous applicants as per contractual requirements for certain postings. We encourage you to self-identify your Indigenous status and community on your resume if applicable Learn more and apply today at www.kbl.ca Artificial intelligence (AI) may be used to support the preliminary screening and evaluation of resumes submitted in response to our job postings as part of our recruitment process

What you’ll do

Perform skilled mechanical servicing, repair, and preventative maintenance on long haul fleet trucks and trailers to maximize efficiency. Responsible for conducting CVIP inspections, performing metal fabrication, and mentoring heavy duty mechanic apprentices.

Requirements

Must hold a Journeyman Heavy-Duty Technician/Mechanic ticket with at least 3 years of experience working on heavy trucks and trailers. Requires a valid driver's license, clean abstract, and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive wage • Allowances • Above-market benefits • RRSP matching • Health Care Spending Account • Wellness account • Psychological support ($3,000 annually) • Flexible work options where feasible • Paid training and development • Manager training program • Employee Recognition program

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Heavy Duty Mechanical Repair
• Troubleshooting
• Preventative Maintenance
• Commercial Vehicle Inspections (CVIP)
• Welding
• Grinding
• Cutting
• Metal Fabrication
• Hydraulic Systems
• Bulk Solids Equipment
• Inventory Management
• Apprentice Mentorship
• Health and Safety Compliance
• Verbal Communication
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Trades
• Transportation
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Manufacturing
• Logistics