Lead Technician - Heavy Duty / Heavy Equipment

We are a locally owned waste management and sustainability company serving Greater Victoria since 2000. We are seeking experienced Lead Technicians to support the maintenance, repair, and reliability of our commercial fleet and heavy equipment.

We are hiring for two areas of specialization: on-highway commercial trucks and trailers, and off-highway heavy equipment and material-handling machinery.

We take pride in fostering a workplace built on safety, teamwork, accountability, and respect. Whether you're on the front lines serving customers, maintaining equipment, supporting operations, or working behind the scenes, every role plays an important part in our success.

If you're passionate about making a difference, delivering great service, and contributing to a growing organization that values its people and its communities, we'd love to hear from you!

This is a full-time, permanent position. The schedule will depend on the role:

• Lead Heavy Duty Technician (On-Highway): Monday to Friday, 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Lead Heavy Equipment Technician (Off-Highway): Tuesday to Saturday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM

We provide a company service truck, laptop, cell phone, coveralls, and a fully equipped shop.

Wage

• Starting at $48.00–$55.00/hour, flexible based on experience and position

Benefits

• Extended health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• GRSP program
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time off
• Company events
• On-site parking

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service, and repair commercial trucks, trailers, loaders, excavators, telehandlers, and other fleet and heavy equipment assets.
• Manage and coordinate preventative maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
• Coordinate maintenance activities, parts, and external service providers.
• Review DVIRs, driver defect reports, and equipment inspection findings to prioritize repairs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable DOT regulations, commercial vehicle requirements, and company safety standards.
• Track maintenance activities, service history, and equipment performance using fleet management software.
• Lead, mentor, and support technicians and apprentices.
• Recommend improvements to maintenance processes, tooling, and fleet and equipment reliability.
• Support shop and field service operations across South Vancouver Island.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Heavy Duty Equipment Technician or Heavy Equipment Technician certification, relevant to the position.
• Experience maintaining and repairing commercial on-highway fleets, off-highway heavy equipment, or both.
• Knowledge of applicable commercial vehicle regulations, equipment safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence (Class 3 preferred).
• Experience with fleet maintenance or work order software (Fleetio an asset).
• Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance skills.
• Ability to lead and support technicians while prioritizing repairs and equipment uptime.
• Must supply personal hand and power tools relevant to the trade.

Work Location

• Home base: 6588 Bryn Road, Saanichton, BC.
• Combination of shop and field service work.
• Supporting fleet and equipment operations across South Vancouver Island.

Our company is an inclusive and diverse team with an entrepreneurial spirit. Accountability, Safety, and Care are fundamental to our culture and our operations. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, to help us build a diverse workforce that reflects the communities where we live and work.