Journeyman/woman Heavy Equipment Technician

**ARE YOU TIRED OF BEING AWAY FROM HOME, MISSING OUT ON VALUABLE TIME WITH YOUR FAMILY?**

**IF YOU WANT A MONDAY TO FRIDAY SCHEDULE, OVERTIME OPPORTUNITIES, AND WANT TO STAY LOCAL, THEN KEEP ON SCROLLING DOWN**

**WHY JOIN THE UNION TRACTOR TEAM**:
Opportunity for Advancement

Employee Appreciation & Well-Being

Work-Life Balance

Clean, Healthy and Safety Oriented Workplace

**WE ARE GROWING..BE PART OF THE UT FUTURE**

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join a team of passionate individuals and experience our company culture where we strive to improve and better ourselves day in and day out so we can better support our employees and customers.

**BENEFITS**:

- Tool and Boot Allowance
- Parking, Coveralls and PPE Provided
- Competitive Compensation Package
- Benefits Package (dental, health, life insurance)
- Paid Vacation Days
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company Pension Plan
- Company Events

**POSITION PROFILE**:
Our Service Department is looking for a Journeyman/woman Heavy Equipment Technician who values the quality of work they bring to the table, is reliable and ready to tackle all aspects of mechanical repair and maintenance of off-road heavy duty machinery. If you possess a strong work ethic and take pride in your craftsmanship, then this role is for you.

**Core Competencies**
- Trouble Shooting and Diagnostics
- Customer Pay Experience
- Create Parts List from Parts Breakdown

**Job Duties but Not Limited To**:

- Inspect, repair, and adjust Caterpillar, Volvo, Komatsu, and other heavy off-road equipment
- Adhere to workplace safety policies, regulations, and compliances
- Diagnose and repair defects in heavy duty equipment
- Perform mechanical repairs on equipment in the shop and road calls when required
- Electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting and diagnostics
- Accurate completion of work orders and timecards
- Install and align engines and machinery
- Repair mechanical transmissions, drive-trains, and final drives
- Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology and repair techniques
- Other mechanical repair work as required
- Other duties as assigned by the Foreman

**QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED**:

- Red Seal Journeyman Mechanic considered an asset
- Willing to work overtime
- 3 years’ experience as a Heavy Duty Off Road Equipment Mechanic
- Work out of town when required
- Must be able to work independently
- Possess a valid driver’s license
- Experience with routine maintenance operations
- Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
- Computer literate and strong communication skills
- Must have steel toed work boots to start
- Must have full set of tooling up to and including ¾”
- Be able to pass a pre-employment Drug & Alcohol Test

**Reporting to**:Shop Foreman

**Who We Are**:
Founded in 1927, Union Tractor backs its product selection with almost 100 years of experience and as the largest non-O.E.M. heavy equipment parts and service dealer in Western Canada our mandate has always been to provide OEM quality service and parts at aftermarket prices, with 6 locations through Western Canada.
- **Gear Up for An Exciting Career**_
- **Get multi-brand experience in heavy duty off road equipment**_

Union Tractor is an equal opportunity employer, where we celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We are committed to creating a safe, free of discrimination and free of harassment work environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and company needs.

**THIS POSTING IS FOR OUR NISKU LOCATION**

Pay: $51.04 per hour

Application question(s):

- Will you be able to relocate/travel to Nisku, AB?

**Experience**:

- Off-Road Heavy Duty Mechanical: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Off-Road Journeyman Certification? (required)

Work Location: In person