Heavy Equipment Mechanic

6 days ago

Whitehorse YT YA C CA Primary Description This Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year
Description

This is a until –filled competition. Candidates are encouraged not to delay submitting their application as this posting can close at any time after 10 business days with 24-hour posted notice. Resumes will be screened at regular intervals until the position is filled or the competition closes, whichever is earliest.   

This is to fill a permanent full-time Heavy Equipment Mechanic position in Whitehorse.

Join Our Team at the Department of Highways and Public Works

Are you ready to make a positive impact on Yukon communities? The Department of Highways and Public Works provides the necessary structure that makes life in Yukon possible. Together, we are committed to uphold the values of safety, innovation, teamwork, and leadership in our everyday work.

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join our Transportation team. This position keep the equipment that maintains the roads safe and reliable. We maintain a large variety of equipment from snow blowers, loaders, packers to KW and Western Star dump and highway trucks and we have the largest CAT grader fleet in Western Canada.

For more information on what we offer, terms and conditions of employment, how to apply, and tips on how to prepare and submit your resume, please visit: Careers in the Government of Yukon )

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

Red Seal Journeyman Heavy Equipment Mechanic and/orRed Seal Journeyman Truck and Coach MechanicExperience diagnosing, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing mobile and stationary equipment.Experience performing preventative maintenance inspections and repairs.Extensive experience diagnosing and troubleshooting aftertreatment systems, diesel engines, transmissions, and other such components.



Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications, skills and knowledge, but also demonstrate suitability for the role and organizational culture. Key competencies for success in this role include:

Safety and service orientationStrong knowledge of preventative maintenanceAdaptable to changing prioritiesPromotes respect, dependability and reliabilityDeveloping PeopleModeling Interpersonal Skills and Personal ResponsibilityInfluencing OthersThinking StrategicallyLeading Change and Innovation

Conditions of Employment

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following conditions (s) of employment:

Red Seal Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Mechanic and/or Red Seal Journeyperson Truck and Coach MechanicValid Class 5 Yukon Driver's LicenseCommercial Vehicle Inspection Program (CVIP) certification (must be obtained within 6 months of hire)Valid Class 3 Yukon Driver's License with Air Brake Endorsement (must be obtained within 6 months of hire)Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate (to be obtained within 6 months of hire).

Job Requirements

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following job requirements:

Capacity to lift heavy objects and work at heights, Work in adverse weather conditions, Guide and work with apprentice mechanics,Work outside of headquarters area for extended periods of time,Accept standby shift responsibilities. Use personal protective equipment.Steel toes work boots Personal tool kit

Additional information

For more information about this position, please contact John Malak, Heavy Equipment Mechanical Supervisor at or Chris Dunbar, Manager, Mechanical Operations at 

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If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within Highways and Public Works, please contact: Katrina Dobush, at


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