Heavy Duty Mechanic

West Coast Reduction Ltd.•Calgary, AB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

West Coast Reduction Ltd. is hiring a permanent, full-time Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic for their Calgary plant location. This role is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on commercial transport trucks, trailers, and other company fleet equipment. The position also involves reviewing work orders, evaluating repairs, and providing performance evaluations, mentorship, and supervision to HD Mechanical Apprentices. West Coast Reduction collects food waste and by-products, transforming them into ingredients for animal feed, renewable energy, and other products, contributing to a sustainable local food supply and healthier communities.

Requirements

Possession of a valid Alberta Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic Certificate or an Interprovincial Heavy Duty Mechanic Red Seal Certification
Possession of a valid Class 3 Driver’s Licence with air required
Ability to read or interpret diagrams, schematic drawings and manuals to determine work procedures
Ability to frequently move, carry, lift, push and pull equipment up to 50 lbs without assistance and occasionally greater with assistance
Perform repetitive motions including bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing and reaching overhead above the shoulders daily
Adaptable to adverse conditions including confined space, heights, cold weather, odours and exposure to animal by-products

Nice To Haves

A valid Alberta Commercial Vehicle Safety Inspection License is considered an asset
3 years of experience in truck repairs or similar environment or industry an asset

Responsibilities

Inspect motors in operation, road test Class 3 vehicles, and test automotive system and components using computerized diagnostic and other testing devices to diagnose and isolate faults
Diagnose faults or malfunctions on all preventative maintenance services
Adjust, repair, or replace parts and components of commercial transport trucks, trailers, and other company fleet equipment, including chassis, frame, cab, body, engine and drive train, air brakes, steering, and fuel, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems using other hand tools/equipment
Review and discuss work orders with supervisors, and signing off repairs performed
Perform scheduled maintenance service, such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune ups
Operate engines such as International Max Force, Paccar, Cummins, etc.
Work with equipment such as vacuum pumps, hydraulics, and fork loaders
Maintain a clean, tidy work site which includes daily housekeeping of shop areas
Perform shift work based on company business needs which evolve and change in response to customer demands
Work overtime as instructed to ensure minimal downtime of facilities
Foster a positive team and company culture by ensuring treatment of others is respectful and aligned with company values
Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor