Heavy Duty Mechanic

Sparwood, BC
On-site
Posted Aug 14, 2026
1 position

$40–$55 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Heavy Duty Mechanic will inspect, troubleshoot, and repair heavy construction equipment to ensure fleet reliability and safety. Responsibilities include performing routine maintenance, diagnosing mechanical issues, and completing accurate daily maintenance reports.

Job details

Keep the fleet running. Keep the projects moving. At MacKay Contracting Ltd., our equipment is the backbone of everything we do — and our Heavy Duty Mechanics are the reason it performs day in and day out. This role is critical to keeping our fleet safe, reliable, and productive, helping us minimize downtime, exceed client expectations, and get the job done right the first time. Working as part of our Maintenance Team, you’ll support a wide range of heavy civil and mining projects by ensuring our equipment is ready to work when and where it’s needed. We are currently recruiting for this position with an estimated project start date of mid-September. What You’ll Be Doing Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair heavy construction equipment including haul trucks, dozers, excavators, graders, and support equipment Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues using computerized diagnostic tools Repair or replace components and systems using hand and power tools Test repaired equipment to ensure it meets manufacturer specifications and MacKay standards Perform routine servicing, cleaning, lubrication, and preventative maintenance Service attachments and working tools such as blades, ploughs, winches, and side booms Work closely with the Parts Technician to identify and source required maintenance items Complete daily maintenance reports through SiteDocs Submit daily timecards accurately and on time Maintain a strong focus on safety while working in shop and field environments What You Bring Interprovincial Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) Certification Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently while still being a solid team player Clear communication skills and attention to detail Experience working on Caterpillar general line equipment is an asset Engine, component rebuilding, transmission, or hydraulic testing experience is considered an asset Ability to follow written and verbal instructions while working safely A positive attitude, strong initiative, and pride in your work Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence with a clean Driver’s Abstract What’s In It for You This role is based out of Sparwood, B.C., working a 7 x 7 shift rotation. Shifts typically run 12 hours, with overtime after 8 hours. $200/day LOA and benefits after 30 days. At MacKay, you’ll enjoy: Competitive pay and overtime opportunities A company that walks the talk on safety Ongoing training and development Opportunities to grow your skills and advance A crew that values your experience and the work you do At MacKay, we believe great people build great projects. If you’re ready to operate with precision, safety, and pride, we want to hear from you.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Interprovincial Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) Certification and possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence. Experience with Caterpillar equipment and strong mechanical troubleshooting skills are highly preferred.