HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN – ON HIGHWAY TRUCK AND TRANSPORT MECHANIC – JOURNEYMAN/4TH YEAR APPRENTICE
Nortrux Inc. has an opening for a 4th Year Apprentice/Journeyman/woman Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) – Truck & Transport Mechanic at our Edmonton location.
This is a great opportunity to grow your career with a company that values Communication, Integrity, Partnership, Accountability, and Excellence. We are looking for individuals who share these values and want to grow with a company that believes your success is our success.
The successful candidate will be a strong team player who can also work independently in a fast-paced environment.
At Nortrux Inc., employees are the driving force behind our achievements, and we believe in having the right person in the right position. We know that employee growth is the key to continued engagement and fulfillment. Nortrux Inc. offers an open and honest work environment plus competitive compensation (based on skills, ability, knowledge, and education), paid industry training (including apprenticeships), boot and tool allowances, group benefits (single and family through Canada Life), and RRSP matching program, a referral bonus program.
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Service Manager and Shop Foreman, the Truck and Transport Mechanic will be required to perform diagnostics and repairs on heavy-duty trucks and in all areas of on-highway vehicles (including both towed and self-propelled).
The current Edmonton facility operating hours are Monday to Friday 7:30 am to 11 pm. and Saturday 8: am to 4:00 pm. Technicians may/will be required to work shift work, evenings, and weekends.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, overhaul, and repair heavy-duty trucks equipped with diesel engines and automatic/manual transmissions
· Requisition parts, materials, and equipment as required
· Complete detailed, accurate, and concise work order reports
· Maintain clean, organized, and safe workspaces
· Follow all Company Health & Safety policies and applicable legislation
· Communicate with the Shop Foreman regarding additional work requirements, delays, or repair concerns
· Work efficiently with the Parts Department to ensure timely parts availability
· Road test vehicles when required (if licensed) or refer to the designated test technician
· Participate in company and manufacturer-sponsored training programs
· Report equipment defects or malfunctions to the Shop Foreman
· Maintain shop cleanliness and immediately report safety concerns
· Stay current and compliant with federal, provincial, and municipal regulations, including hazardous waste disposal requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
· Valid Heavy Equipment Technician – Truck & Transport Mechanic Journeyman Certificate required
· CVIP Certification considered an asset
· Must have own tools
· Experience working with Class 6–8 trucks considered an asset
· Valid Class 5 driver’s license required; Class 3 with Q endorsement considered an asset
· Strong computer and diagnostic skills, including laptop-based diagnostics for heavy-duty trucks
· Experience with Premium Tech Tool considered an asset
· Ability to work safely in a high-pressure environment
· Ability to follow direction and work effectively within a team
· Strong organizational and time management skills
· Professional and positive attitude when interacting with coworkers and customers
· Strong verbal and written communication skills
· Ability to read and interpret technical procedures, regulations, journals, and company policies
· Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
· Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, government regulations, and company policies/procedures.
· Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from co-workers, managers, customers, and the public.
· Ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw conclusions.
Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this role, all applicants must successfully pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing prior to employment.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Work Location: In person
