Heavy Duty Mechanic / Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician – Civil Construction
More Than a Shop Job
Harbour Construction is looking for experienced Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic / Heavy Equipment Technician to join our civil construction team in Nova Scotia.
This role is built for mechanics who know heavy equipment, can diagnose problems properly, and understand the importance of keeping projects moving.
Our mechanics work both in the shop and in the field supporting excavation, underground utilities, roadbuilding, trucking, and heavy civil infrastructure operations across Nova Scotia.
We’re looking for mechanics who take pride in their trade, work safely, communicate well with crews, and can be trusted to solve problems independently.
At Harbour Construction, you’ll work on excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, backhoes, dump trucks, and other heavy construction equipment used in earthmoving, utility installation, and road building projects.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy civil construction equipment and heavy equipment fleets
- Performing preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing on heavy construction equipment
- Troubleshooting hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems using computerized diagnostic tools and software
- Rebuilding or replacing major components including engines, transmissions, hydraulic pumps, cylinders, and final drives
- Responding to field service calls and equipment breakdowns on active construction sites
- Completing service reports and maintenance documentation accurately
- Supporting operators and project teams to minimize downtime and keep projects moving safely and efficiently
- Working safely in both shop and field environments while following all company safety procedures and standards
What We’re Looking For
- Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Technician certification required
- Previous experience working as a Heavy Duty Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Technician, Diesel Mechanic, or Field Service Mechanic
- Experience working on heavy equipment fleets in civil construction, roadbuilding, or heavy equipment repair environments
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities
- Experience working with hydraulic systems, diesel engines, electrical systems, and computerized diagnostics
- Ability to work independently in field conditions when required
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean driving record
The Type of Person Who Does Well Here
- You take ownership of your work and care about doing the job properly
- You can troubleshoot equipment problems without needing constant direction
- You communicate clearly with operators, foremen, supervisors, and the shop
- You understand that equipment downtime impacts the entire construction operation
- You value safety, teamwork, reliability, and professionalism
- You want to be part of a company where your work matters
What You Can Expect
- Industry-leading compensation
- Solid medical benefits package
- RRSP program
- Steady, year-round work
- Overtime opportunities
- A strong support team behind you
- A company that invests in its people and equipment
- Real long-term career opportunities
Why Join Harbour Construction?
Harbour Construction has been building infrastructure across Nova Scotia since 1946. We’ve built a strong reputation by investing in our people, equipment, and operations for the long term.
We understand the value of experienced mechanics and the role they play in keeping projects moving safely and efficiently. This is a position where your experience, judgment, and trade knowledge matter.
Our mechanics are trusted to solve problems, support crews in the field, and help maintain a large fleet of heavy civil construction equipment used across excavation, underground utilities, roadbuilding, and infrastructure projects throughout Nova Scotia.
We’ve built a company where people want to stay — with steady year-round work, a strong team environment, and real opportunities to grow their career.
Culture here is not something we talk about — it’s something you experience.
Work Environment
This role includes both shop-based and field-based work year-round on active civil construction sites. Heavy Duty Mechanics and Heavy Equipment Technicians may work in varying weather conditions and around heavy equipment, noise, vibration, mud, dust, and active construction operations. Overtime and occasional weekend work may be required depending on operational needs.
