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Heavy Equipment Technician $47 - $54 per hour - Clairmont, AB

Are you a Heavy Duty Mechanic skilled in diagnosing complex hydraulic and electrical systems?
Are you looking to work with a team that values ongoing development and supports your growth with tuition reimbursement?
Are you looking for a flexible opportunity that combines shop maintenance with field service troubleshooting?

If so, we’d love to hear from you! Our client, a premier specialist in heavy equipment maintenance and lifting solutions, is seeking a talented Heavy Duty Mechanic for their facility in Clairmont, AB. This role is ideal for a proactive technician who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in high safety standards and precision diagnostic work.

As a Heavy Equipment Technician, you will be a key contributor to maintaining equipment reliability through expert mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting and repairs.

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Location: Clairmont, AB

Schedule: Full-Time Days (Shop & Field Service options)

Environment: Heavy Equipment Shop / Field Service

Wage: $47.00 to $54.00 per hour (Based on experience)

Advantages
What's in it for you?

Competitive wage ranging from $47.00 to $54.00 per hour

Service Truck Premium paid for every hour spent on field assignments

Health & Dental coverage with 75% of premiums paid by the company

Comprehensive benefits including Vision Care, Life Insurance, ST/LT Disability, and EAP

3 paid personal days per year

RRSP matching/savings plans

Tuition reimbursement to support your trade education and continuous learning

Tool and boot allowances provided to support your gear needs

Responsibilities
What will you be doing?

Diagnostics & Troubleshooting: Perform root cause analysis and diagnose complex hydraulic and electrical systems using OEM software and schematics.

Mechanical Repairs: Execute scheduled inspections, maintenance, and overhauls on heavy-duty equipment in dedicated shop bays.

Field Service Operations: Safely and efficiently perform field service work using a company service truck.

Safety Leadership: Actively participate in weekly safety meetings, daily toolbox talks, and safety drills to maintain a zero-incident culture.

Equipment Maintenance: Maintain, inspect, and service heavy equipment, including 14 to 55-ton cranes and commercial transport vehicles.

Workshop Stewardship: Maintain clean, organized, and compliant work bays to ensure safe daily operations.

Qualifications
What are we looking for in a candidate?

Certification: Commercial Transport (Truck & Transport) or Heavy Duty Journeyman / Red Seal certification (3rd/4th Year Apprentices are also encouraged to apply!).

Technical Skills: Strong diagnostic aptitude with deep proficiency in hydraulic and electrical system troubleshooting.

Licensing: Valid Class 5 Driver’s License (clean abstract required for field service/truck work; Class 1, Class 3, or MVI certifications are a major bonus).

Experience: CVIP experience is preferred (crane-specific experience is an asset, but strong hydraulic/electrical diagnostic knowledge is primary).

Gear & Tools: Must possess a personal set of hand tools (a required tool list will be provided).

Summary
If you are a dedicated Heavy Equipment Technician looking to advance your career with a supportive, growth-oriented company in Clairmont, AB, please apply today!

How to apply?
1. Apply directly to this posting.
2. Email your resume to View email address on randstad.com – please include "Heavy Equipment Tech - Clairmont" in the subject line.
3. Create a profile and apply through our website Randstad.ca

Are you a skilled tradesperson looking for a change, but this isn't the right fit? Reach out anyway! As specialists in industrial recruitment, we likely have another role that matches your expertise.

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