Company Overview

About Us:

Van Wasteco Inc. is a leading waste management and recycling company in Vancouver, BC, dedicated to environmental sustainability and operational excellence. We are seeking a skilled Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair our fleet of industrial vehicles and heavy equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities:
Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair heavy-duty vehicles and equipment, including trucks, loaders, and forklifts
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on diesel engines, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults, and implement effective solutions
Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagrams
Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records, and monitor parts inventory
Work collaboratively with operations and production teams to minimize downtime
Ensure compliance with workplace safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO)

Qualifications & Requirements:
Completion of secondary school required
Completion of a Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanic apprenticeship or minimum 5 years of relevant experience
Solid knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and heavy machinery
Experience working with industrial trucks, forklifts, and other mobile equipment




Physically capable of handling heavy equipment in a workshop and field environment
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Preferred Skills:
Welding and fabrication skills (asset)
Forklift and heavy equipment certification
Experience in waste management or industrial operations

Work Conditions:
Physically demanding role, involving lifting, bending, and standing
Exposure to noise, dust, grease, and heavy machinery
Overtime and weekend work may be required

Benefits:
Competitive wages and overtime pay
Extended health and dental advantages
Professional development opportunities
Supportive, safety-focused team workplace

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Perks:
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
RRSP match

Work Location: In person

Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour

Perks:
Company events
Dental care
Extended health care
On-site parking
Vision care

Application question(s):
Are you comfortable with going through a criminal background check?
Are you comfortable providing us with 2 references from your previous employers or managers?

Work Location: In person

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