Heavy Equipment Technician

Heavy Equipment Technician
Permanent Full Time
Monday-Friday (8:00 am-4:30 pm)
Journeyperson Preferred or Minimum 3rd Year Apprentice

Thorhild County Public Works Department is seeking a suitable individual to carry out the following duties under the direction and supervision of the Fleet Manager:

•    Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment, trucks, fire equipment, agricultural equipment, and trailers
•    Diagnose and troubleshoot hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and engine related issues
•    Perform Commercial Vehicle inspections and ensure all equipment meets safety and regulatory requirements
•    Inspect equipment and identify maintenance requirement proactively
•    Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports, and repair documentation
•    Assist in all duties as directed.
•    Must participate in the on-call schedule on a rotational basis.

Qualifications required:

•    Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician Certificate preferred or minimum 3rd Year Apprentice.
•    Valid Alberta CVIP Inspection License
•    Standard First Aid or willing to obtain.
•    Physical ability and dexterity to perform a variety of manual tasks (heavy lifting, squatting, bending, twisting and climbing. Work may be performed with exposure to the outdoor elements.
•    Possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
•    Experience in operating various power and hand tools and various heavy equipment.
•    Successful candidate will be required to provide a Criminal Records Check, Driver’s Abstract and Fitness to Work Assessment.