Heavy Equipment Field Technician

Border Paving Ltd.•Red Deer, AB

2d•Onsite

About The Position

For more than 70 years, Border Paving Ltd. has played a key role in building and maintaining Alberta's infrastructure. From highways and roadways to complex construction projects, our reputation has been built on quality workmanship, safety and long-standing relationships with our customers and the communities we work in. The Heavy Equipment Field Technician is responsible for diagnosing, troubleshooting and repairing trucks, trailers and road construction equipment in the field. Operating from a company service truck, this position responds to equipment breakdowns and repair requests throughout the construction season. When field service work is not required, they support equipment repair and maintenance activities in the shop.

Requirements

Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician or 3rd/4th Year Apprentice
Strong mechanical, diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
Ability to work independently in field environments
Comfortable using computers for diagnostics, work orders and maintenance documentation
Valid Class 5 Driver's License with clean abstract
Physically capable of working in a demanding shop and field environments
Own tools required

Nice To Haves

Welding experience considered an asset
Valid Class 1 or 3 License is an asset
CVIP certification considered an asset

Responsibilities

Operate a company service truck and respond to equipment breakdowns in the field
Inspect, troubleshoot and repair construction equipment, trucks and trailers
Complete servicing and preventive maintenance on equipment
Repair hydraulic, electrical and mechanical issues
Maintain service truck inventory and keep the truck clean and organized
Communicate equipment issues and repair status with supervisors/operators
Complete work orders and document repairs performed in a timely manner
Follow company safety policies and procedures
Work overtime and weekends as required during the construction season