Heavy Duty Mechanic

West Fraser offers a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals seeking challenging and rewarding careers. High Prairie Forest Products is recruiting for a Heavy Duty Mechanic/HET.

This position offers a challenging, diverse, and exciting opportunity to join our team. Job duties will fall within our Mobile Shop department.

You'll Do:

• Perform various tasks related to the safe and efficient application of technical skills and knowledge of a Heavy Duty Mechanic/HET.
• Repair and maintain industrial equipment, including Log Loaders, Wheel Loaders, Forklifts, Log Trucks, Walking Floor, and Dump Trucks.
• Maintain other mobile equipment used in the manufacture of lumber.
• Continually maintain the quality and standards of service to safety and production.

You have:

• A valid Inter-Provincial or Provincial Journeyperson mechanic or HET certification
• Apprentices are encouraged to apply
• Ability to read manuals and schematics
• Capable of using diagnostic systems, Cat, Kenworth
• Proven working knowledge of Hydraulics and electrical systems
• Commitment to working safely and creating a safe workplace
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Flexible schedule for day, evening and weekend shifts
• Experience working in a fleet shop
• Cummins and Cat engine experience

Compensation Package:

• The hourly pay rate for this position may vary depending on experience, education, and location.
• Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, pension, life insurance, disability, accident insurance, vacation, and holidays.

Your Workplace Location:

The Town of High Prairie and the Municipal District of Big Lakes are proud to join together to provide the residents of High Prairie and surrounding communities with a spectacular indoor aquatic facility and The Gordon Buchanan Recreation Center to meet the growing demand for recreation and leisure opportunities in our region.

High Prairie is within 20 minutes of first-class sandy beaches. Also near High Prairie are two Provincial Parks, Hilliard's Bay and Winagami Lake. Hilliard's Bay boasts world-class open-water fishing and a 190-site campground. Winagami Lake is a bird watcher's paradise with over 200 observed bird species. Nearby Kimiwan Lake in McLennan, Alberta, is known as the Bird Capital of Canada as it is the confluence of three major bird migration paths: the Mississippi, Pacific, and Central.

About Us:

We make renewable, wood-based building products for the world, contributing to a more sustainable future. Today, West Fraser is one of the world's largest producers of sustainable wood-based building products, with more than 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe. From responsibly sourced and sustainably managed forest resources, West Fraser produces lumber, engineered wood products (oriented strand board, laminated veneer lumber, medium-density fibreboard, plywood, and particleboard), pulp, newsprint, wood chips, other residuals, and renewable energy. West Fraser's products are used in home construction, repair and remodelling, industrial applications, papers, tissue, and boxes.

What makes us stand out is our people-first approach. We value internal growth and continuous learning. Join us, and you'll enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and an excellent pension plan, all in a supportive environment where your voice matters.

Diversity:  

At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual's unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.

Sustainability:

West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.

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