Heavy Duty Mechanic

at  SMS Equipment Inc

SMS Equipment is growing!! We are looking for Heavy Equipment Technicians / Heavy Duty Mechanics with Journeyperson certification to join our team! At SMS Equipment, our Heavy Equipment Technicians / Heavy Duty Mechanics with Journeyperson certification is responsible for providing repairs and maintenance on construction-related equipment. This position will employ logic and deductive reasoning in diagnosing and troubleshooting in an independent environment. This position is in Calgary, AB.
The shift rotation for this position is 5x2.
The hourly rate for this position is $49.70 per hour plus applicable premiums.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will possess a Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician certification. Other requirements include:

• Strong commitment to safety
• Experience in field repair/maintenance of heavy equipment
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Ability to travel and meet customer site requirements
• Experience with Komatsu equipment is considered an asset
• Interprovincial Red Seal is considered an asset
• Valid Class 5/G drivers license

This position is required to regularly work at our customers’ location. Below are the current requirements from our customers that all candidates need to be able to complete to gain access to their worksite:

• Pre-employment Medical
• Drug and Alcohol check
• Drivers Abstract
• Employment Verification

At SMS Equipment, safety is one of our values and we care for each other, without exception. Our successful candidate is intrinsically motivated and committed to making safe choices, when completing all tasks.

• Performing assemblies, preventative maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized or other testing equipment to determine the extent of repair required.
• Make recommendations regarding extent of repairs and suggest methods of improvement.
• Think logically and keep up with changes in technology.
• Interpret work order and technical manuals.
• Complete job specific reports and paperwork as needed.
• Have a strong awareness and attitude towards workplace health and safety.
• Motivated and able to work in a challenging environment with minimal supervision.
• Work remotely in adverse weather conditions. Job tasks may be physically demanding lifting up to 50 lbs. Confined Space work is required.