Heavy Duty Mechanic

GS Construction•Acheson, AB

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Heavy Duty Mechanic, you will keep GS Construction’s commercial truck and trailer fleet road-ready, providing hands-on service, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance for tandem trucks, equipment haulers, trailers, hydrovac units, and water trucks, with support for our off-road equipment as shop priorities require. 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.

Requirements

Journeyperson Truck and Transport Mechanic or Heavy Equipment Technician certification is required; Red Seal endorsement preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of experience maintaining commercial trucks and trailers; off-road equipment experience is an asset.
Proficient in diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and air brake systems.
Able to read and interpret service manuals and schematics.
Authorized to perform CVIP (commercial vehicle safety) inspections, or willing to work toward an inspection licence, is a strong asset.
Class 1 or 3 licence with air brake (Q) endorsement is an asset.
Valid Class 5 driver’s licence.
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.

Nice To Haves

Red Seal endorsement preferred.
Off-road equipment experience is an asset.
Authorized to perform CVIP (commercial vehicle safety) inspections, or willing to work toward an inspection licence, is a strong asset.
Class 1 or 3 licence with air brake (Q) endorsement is an asset.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repairs on our commercial highway fleet, including Peterbilt and Kenworth tandem trucks, equipment haulers, and trailers, covering air brake systems, suspensions, wheel ends, driveline, lighting, and electrical systems.
Maintain and repair hydrovac and water truck units, including PTO drives, vacuum blowers, water pumps, spray systems, and boiler systems.
Prepare units for CVIP (commercial vehicle safety) inspections and help keep the fleet inspection-ready year-round.
Execute preventative maintenance tasks such as fluid changes, filter replacements and inspections.
Identify and solve mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues using appropriate diagnostic tools and methods.
Complete mechanical repairs including engine work, component replacement, and system adjustments to restore equipment to optimal condition.
Support maintenance of off-road equipment, including excavators, loaders, and skid steers, as shop priorities require.
Operate a service truck for occasional on-site diagnostics and repairs, minimizing equipment downtime and supporting field operations.
Identify required parts and tools for each job, communicating needs to the lead mechanic or supervisor to ensure timely repairs.
Accurately document service activities, equipment status, and parts usage in maintenance records and service logs.
Work closely with the shop team and lead mechanic to prioritize repairs and support field crews, maintaining alignment with project schedules.
Follow all company safety protocols and OH&S regulations during shop and field work to protect yourself and others on-site.