Heavy Duty Mechanic

Heavy Duty Mechanic

Job description

Important Notice: This position is based in Nisku.

Job Type: Full Time

Jas Transport is an asset-based trucking company located in Edmonton & Nisku AB, offering road services across Canada and the USA. Since 2003, Jas Transport has provided superior equipment and customer service to construction, aggregate food, Oil, gas, environmental clients, and long-haul transportation services throughout Canada and US.

We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our team. The ideal Heavy-Duty Mechanic will have a professional attitude, be a self-motivated team player who can mentor and lead our apprentices, and contribute to our culture of inclusion and diversity with ease.

What's in it for you:

• Competitive wages

What you will do in this role:

• Diagnose defects in the fleet and provide service for the company fleet.
• Provide routine maintenance as well as possible engine overhauls.
• Check equipment for proper performance and inspect equipment to detect faults/ malfunctions.
• Repair and adjust hydraulic pumps, safety valves, and any other mechanical components. Electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Diagnose any faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine the extent of repair that is required.
• Inspect, repair, and adjust gasoline and diesel-powered units.
• Perform incidental welding operations on equipment. (If qualified)
• Adhere to workplace safety policies, regulations, and compliances.
• Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents/injuries on time to the supervisor to facilitate prompt correction or reporting.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
• Perform mechanical repairs on equipment in the shop and on road calls when required.
• Operate automotive servicing equipment.
• Installation of new and added-on equipment and accurate completion of work orders and time sheets.
• Repair cooling and lubrication systems, repair mechanical transmissions, drivetrains, and final drives.
• Repair cable-operated working attachments, winches, compressors, pumps, electric generators, test repaired equipment for proper performance, etc.
• Clean, lubricate, and perform other maintenance work, and instruct and assist apprentices.
• Keep detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation.
• Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology and repair techniques.
• Maintain a clean working environment and good housekeeping practices.
• Work away from home in other AFD branches at times if requested.
• Other related duties as required or assigned.
• Adhere to Jas Transport HSE policies and procedures.
• Some Out-of-hours work may be required for a call out basis.
• Perform related work as required.
• Perform rebuilds as required.
• Completing daily job hazard assessments.

What we are looking for:

• Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience.
• Valid Class 5 with a clean driving record.
• Current CVIP certificate would be considered an asset.
• Experience with Cummins engines, hydraulic systems, familiarity with Dump and Super B would be considered an asset.
• Experience and considerable knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of various types of heavy equipment and other power-driven equipment and tools.
• Working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade is important.
• Skilled in the operation of a variety of tools and equipment used in the repair of trucks and heavy equipment.
• Capable of preparing and maintaining accurate records and reports.
• Ability to analyze and repair mechanical failures.
• Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment screening requirements including drug and alcohol and health assessment.

To apply, please email your resumes to

We look forward to your application

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00-$55.00 per hour

Work Location: In person