Heavy Duty Mechanic

Bird Construction • Wabush, NL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Bird Heavy Civil is recruiting Heavy Duty Mechanics to join our team. If you are an experienced and qualified Heavy Duty Mechanic, seize this opportunity to work on projects that matter to you and to the communities in which we work. Specializing in heavy civil infrastructure construction, mining applications and energy development, Bird Heavy Civil is a leading supplier to Canada's resource industries. Having been in business for 80 plus years and offices located throughout Canada, Bird Heavy Civil offers a stable and challenging work environment.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a heavy civil construction environment performing regular maintenance duties associated with Caterpillar, Komatsu, Hitachi, and John Deere construction equipment.
• Fall Protection, Power Lines Hazards, Air Brake Endorsement, WHMIS 2015, and Confined Space certifications would be required.
• Familiar with Safety Instrumented Systems, My Komatsu, and Cummins computer applications.
• Ability to work proactively and effectively, with excellent organizational and task execution skills.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of standard Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements and practices in the construction industry.
• Must be able to work on rotational basis on remote sites/camp accommodations.
• Must be able to work day and night shift.
• Valid driver’s license or equivalent would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair of equipment in a heavy civil construction environment.
• Testing repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers’ specifications.
• Regular interaction with other construction equipment.
• Exercise extreme caution with awareness of potential situational hazards to ensure site safety.
• Responsible for the safe operation of equipment while following manufactures and industry standards in a productive work environment.
• Attend daily pre-shift meetings and toolbox meetings.
• Interpret verbal and non-verbal communication (including hand signals) from others and acts accordingly.
• Other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed