Heavy Equipment Technician - Journeyman (Off-Road)

Birch Mountain Enterprises•Fort McMurray, AB

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Birch Mountain Enterprises (BME) is hiring journeyman Heavy Equipment Technicians immediately for our Fort McKay Incubator Park Location, located within the Fort McKay First Nation to work on our off-road equipment. Operating from our client site, this position involves shop and field repairs to our fleet of Wiggle wagon trucks. Candidates shall have knowledge of all aspects of wiggle wagon trucks with preference given to those who possess experience with water, vac, high pressure, and flusher units.

Requirements

Must be certified as a Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician (min 3 years Off-road experience)
Possess a valid driver’s license (min class 5) with a clean abstract
Be knowledgeable in all aspects of heavy truck repair including, but not limited to hydraulic, electronic, suspension, and computer diagnosis
Previous or related experience with off-road equipment, specifically wiggle wagons
Clear verbal and written communication skills
OSSA (or OSSA BSO) and CSTS certification
Must successfully pass BME pre-employment evaluation, D&A, and fit for duty pre-employment screening

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with water, vac, and steam equipment would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Repair or replace defective parts, components or systems
Install new or replacement parts according to manufacturer and/or truck specification
Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure work completed meets manufacturers’ specifications.
Completion of repair documentation including but not limited to work order, field level risk assessment, and hazard identification
Follow instructions for tasks assigned by the shop supervisor
Complete daily housekeeping of assigned area or service vehicle to ensure maintenance of company image
Attend daily toolbox and safety meetings as scheduled and adhere to corporate and site safety regulations and procedures.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates
Guaranteed work, 11.5 hour days, day and night shift
Shift schedule of 14 on 14 off. or 7 on 7 off.
Company paid health and dental benefits
Long Term Disability and Life insurance
An annual health spending account
A company matching retirement savings plan (RSP)
Employee assistance program
Employee Referral Bonus program
Regular company BBQ's, breakfasts and opportunities to get involved with different events
Other perks and allowance provided
Discounts for various businesses in town
Opportunity for overtime
A great team of co-workers