Vehicle Mechanic

Nasittuq Corporation

54d•Onsite

About The Position

Nasittuq provides Operation & Maintenance services for the North Warning System (NWS). The NWS is a joint Canada and United States early-warning radar system with 47 sites located in Northern Canada; a Control Centre and Support Centre located in North Bay, ON and a Contract Management Office located in Ottawa, ON. Looking for more balance in your life? Enjoy the stability of full-time hours - with the freedom of working half the year, making it ideal for those seeking extended time off or a more flexible lifestyle. Whether you are pursuing personal projects, travel or a gradual transition into retirement, this role supports meaningful work-life balance and professional fulfilment.

Requirements

High School education or a combination of education and experience.
Qualified Motor Vehicle Mechanic (310S and/or 310T with diesel endorsement). A provincial/territorial certificate of qualification is required. Military QL 5 or Journeyman qualification in heavy equipment or Automotive Technician. Valid driver’s license.
Minimum 5 years of hands-on field experience, with experience in heavy equipment within the last 10 years.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize tasks. Skilled in the use of diagnostic equipment and capable of working in remote, cold environments.
Ability to commit to working rotational shifts on a consistent basis.
Ability to work effectively in remote northern conditions and live in remote camp environments.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a remote camp setting with limited access to resources is an asset.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repairs of site vehicles, heavy equipment, and powered support equipment.
Conduct diagnostic tests, problem-solving, and corrective maintenance on land, water, and snow equipment (e.g., trucks, graders, snowmobiles, generators, and more).
Provide On-the-Job Training (OJT) to new or authorized staff.
Assist with the operation of snow-clearing equipment and the loading/unloading of aircraft.
Sample POL products and assist in fuel off-loading operations.
Document reports and maintain files as per NWS work management systems.
Travel between adjacent radar sites as required.

Benefits

ROTATION & OVERTIME: 6 weeks in/6 weeks out rotation (48-hour workweeks) with overtime at 1.5x your base rate. Paid travel days (up to 2 days) with all travel costs covered.
LIVING ARRANGEMENTS: Private accommodation with meals, Wi-Fi, TV, laundry facilities, and recreation.
COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS: Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and employer-matched pension plans (up to 5%).
ADDITIONAL PERKS: Arctic clothing and annual safety footwear allowance of $175. $500 referral bonus for eligible positions.
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES: Access to training for certifications and skill development, with reasonable expenses covered.
VACATION PAY: 6% for employees under five years and 8% for those with over five years of tenure.
NORTHERN LIVING ALLOWANCE: Additional biweekly allowance for employees residing in designated northern communities: Inuvik, Cambridge Bay, Sanirajak, and Iqaluit.

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