Heavy Duty Mechanic

Why join SECURE? 

We value people.   We offer competitive wages.  We also provide benefits on day 1 for you and your family. We know how important this is to families and we want to be there for you.  

 We value your time.  We want you to feel fulfilled both at work and at home.  We often offer innovative shifts to achieve this, along with experience-based vacation time to encourage better work-life balance.

We value your growth.  We are growing/adapting, and we need more great people to help us do that safely and sustainability.   We want to help you develop your skills and hone your talents to help us do that.

Together, we are SECURE 

Job Purpose:

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is primarily responsible for the general fleet repair and maintenance of heavy construction and industry specific equipment that includes shears, and attachments. Additional duties would include the coordination and scheduling of repairs and preventive maintenance for a fleet of Heavy Trucks and Trailers, as well as assigning and supervising the day-to-day duties off the shop staff. This role is responsible for ensuring that all work in the shop is completed in a safe and timely fashion and that a clean, organized work site is maintained. This position must also adhere to our safety program and work as a contributing member of the shop team. This position is shop-based but will require time outside in the yard and occasional trips to the field.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and drive of all SECURE’s safety policies and procedures 
• Provide proven leadership & clear direction to heavy duty mechanics, welders and distributing workload to capitalize on individual and group strengths while ensuring balanced exposure to work experience and development opportunities
• Perform routine maintenance, such as oil, filter changes, etc.
• Air & Hydraulic Systems, Power & Drive Train, Steering and Suspension, Heavy Equipment Attachments
• Fix one-off equipment issues
• Make inspections and do basic diagnostics
• Must be able to operate equipment to perform diagnostic tests
• Visual inspections to proactively discover future mechanical failure hazards / ensuring that the issues are rectified immediately
• Assist with general up-keep of the shop and yard as required
• Ensure tools and equipment are properly handled and store
• Communicate effectively with the safety department Conduct and partake in all safety related meetings
• Be cognizant of and adhere to any site specific safety requirements when in the field

Qualifications

• Journeyman’s Certification as Heavy Equipment Technician, through successful completion of a Provincially regulated Apprenticeship Program, or equivalent credentials/work experience as determined by Provincial guidelines/requirements
• Minimum 3-5 years of related industry work experience or demonstrated competency
• Welding experience an asset
• Valid and current Class 5 Driver’s License with clean driver’s abstract (air brake endorsement preferred)
• Ability to complete safety documentation in an accurate and timely manner
• Expert knowledge level and full competency with respect to maintenance, servicing, diagnosing malfunctions, and repairing heavy duty equipment and vehicles
• Excellent analytical problem solving skills and ability to logically process diagnostic information collected
• Strong background in Hydraulic Systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and understand work orders
• Ability to test repaired equipment for proper performance and ensure repaired equipment meets manufacturers’ specifications and legislated requirements
• Ability to accurately complete service reports
• Strength and stamina required to work with heavy equipment and ability to work in cramped or awkward positions
• An inherent interest and mechanical ability to stay abreast changes in technology with respect to heavy duty equipment, electronics and new diagnostic tools

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement; for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in.  We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and care about making a meaningful contribution.  We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a compensation package that competitively recognizes employee contributions and performance.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer an attractive employee package, including:

• Leading industry wages with competitive base salary, compensation programs
• Industry leading safety
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Employer paid benefits: health, dental & more
  • Health Care Spending Account
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Employee savings plans
• Career progression/internal mobility opportunities including off season rotational opportunities
• Community investment activities
• A competitive employee referral program

Stay connected to us:

• Visit us at secure-energy.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest job postings, news, community activities, and other updates
• SECURE is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Work Accurately and Efficiently

Advanced

Managing Multiple Priorities

Advanced

Multi-tasking

Advanced

Behaviors

Preferred

Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Education

Required

Technical/other training or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Drivers Licence (Class 5)

Journeyman Certification