Role Summary
The Heavy Duty Mechanic ensures the reliable performance of heavy equipment and vehicles used in our underground water, sewer, and land development projects. This role focuses on hands-on mechanical service, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance for off-road and on-road equipment.
Join us if you’re eager to embrace challenges, advance your career, and grow in a company that values who you are as much as the contributions you make.
What We Offer You
- Competitive Wages: Based on experience.
- Bonus Program: Eligible for year-end bonus.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Access to full benefits with no waiting period.
- Training Programs: Opportunities for professional development.
- Company-Provided Perks: Laptop/ipad and cell phone.
- Positive Environment: A safe and supportive workplace culture.
In this role, you will be responsible for the following:
- Equipment Maintenance – Perform maintenance on a variety of off-road equipment, including excavators, loaders, and skid steers, to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Preventative Service – Execute preventative maintenance tasks such as fluid changes, filter replacements and inspections.
- Diagnostics and Troubleshooting – Identify and solve mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues using appropriate diagnostic tools and methods.
- Repair Execution – Complete mechanical repairs including engine work, component replacement, and system adjustments to restore equipment to optimal condition.
- Fleet Support – Assist with servicing on-road vehicles, including tandem axle trucks, ensuring brake systems, hydraulics, and basic drivability components are maintained.
- Field Service Support – Operate a service truck to perform on-site diagnostics and repairs, minimizing equipment downtime and supporting field operations.
- Parts and Tools Management – Identify required parts and tools for each job, communicating needs to the lead mechanic or supervisor to ensure timely repairs.
- Record Keeping – Accurately document service activities, equipment status, and parts usage in maintenance records and service logs.
- Team Collaboration – Work closely with the shop team and lead mechanic to prioritize repairs and support field crews, maintaining alignment with project schedules.
- Safety Compliance – Follow all company safety protocols and OH&S regulations during shop and field work to protect yourself and others on-site.
Qualifications
- Journeyperson Heavy Duty Equipment Technician certification required; Red Seal endorsement preferred
- Minimum 3 years of experience with off-road equipment; on-road (tandem truck) experience is an asset
- Proficient in diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
- Familiar with John Deere, Hitachi, and Caterpillar equipment
- Able to read and interpret service manuals and schematics
- Strong understanding of workplace safety and OH&S practices
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean driving record
Why Join GS Construction?
You will work with one of the longest-serving general contractors in the Edmonton area who specialize in water and sewer rehabilitation and new land development. Since 1974, GS Construction has centered its mission on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
You will thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment that emphasizes integrity, hard work, and community involvement. With us, you’ll uncover numerous opportunities for professional development as part of an industry-leading team. Our structure ensures that every business function supports a field-focused mentality, allowing you to execute with Safety, Quality and Efficiency.
What it takes to Succeed
- Willing to learn, promote, and implement GS Construction's culture, core values, and "GS Way" processes.
- Ability to manage tasks, operate effectively, and remain focused in high-pressure, fast-changing environments.
- Enjoys problem-solving and thinking "outside the box" to develop innovative solutions for complex tasks.
- Openness to learning from others and collaborating on new ideas and approaches to improve efficiency and teamwork.
- Team-oriented with strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to collaborate effectively with crew members and leadership.
Note: We appreciate every application we receive, but we can only contact the candidates who are selected to move forward in the hiring process.
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