Heavy Equipment Technician - Journeyman (Off-Road)

Birch Mountain Enterprises (BME) is hiring journeyman Heavy Equipment Technicians immediately for our Fort Mc. Kay Incubator Park Location, located within the Fort Mc. Kay First Nation to work on our off-road equipment. What's in it for you? Competitive hourly rates. We have guaranteed work, 12 hour days, day shift only.

Shift schedule of 14 on 14 off. Company paid health and dental benefits. Long Term Disability and Life insurance. An annual health spending account. A company matching retirement savings plan (RSP). Employee assistance program. Employee Referral Bonus program. Regular company BBQ's, breakfasts and opportunities to get involved with different events.

Other perks and allowance provided. Discounts for various businesses in town. Opportunity for overtime. A great team of co-workers. Company Background: Established in 2005, Birch Mountain Enterprises is an equal-opportunity employer with over 400 employees throughout the Fort Mc. Murray region. Operating from its main operations in Fort Mc.

Kay, BME provides vac, water, waste, fuel, and flatbed hauling services to industrial and commercial customers. When you join our team, you join a family of employees dedicated to a safe, enjoyable, and positive work environment. We offer competitive wages and seek candidates that are seeking secure, long-term employment.

Job Summary

Operating from our client site, this position involves shop and field repairs to our fleet of Wiggle wagon trucks . Candidates shall have knowledge of all aspects of wiggle wagon trucks with preference given to those who possess experience with water, vac, high pressure, and flusher units.

Duties and Responsibilities

Repair or replace defective parts, components or systems Install new or replacement parts according to manufacturer and/or truck specification Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure work completed meets manufacturers’ specifications. Completion of repair documentation including but not limited to work order, field level risk assessment, and hazard identification Follow instructions for tasks assigned by the shop supervisor Complete daily housekeeping of assigned area or service vehicle to ensure maintenance of company image Attend daily toolbox and safety meetings as scheduled and adhere to corporate and site safety regulations and procedures.

Qualifications

Must be certified as a Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician (min 3 years Off-road experience) Possess a valid driver’s license (min class 5) with a clean abstract Be knowledgeable in all aspects of heavy truck repair including, but not limited to hydraulic, electronic, suspension, and computer diagnosis Previous or related experience with off-road equipment, specifically wiggle wagons Previous experience with water, vac, and steam equipment would be considered an asset.

Clear verbal and written communication skills OSSA (or OSSA BSO) and CSTS certification Must successfully pass BME pre-employment evaluation, D&A, and fit for duty pre-employment screening Submission: We thank you for your interest in Birch Mountain and remind all candidates that only successful applicants will be contacted.

Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to local candidates.