Nu Edge Construction Ltd. is seeking a Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic with the ability to diagnose and repair a variety of heavy equipment units such as dozers, scrapers, excavators, packers, graders and rock trucks as well as experience with highway truck and trailer units. The position will be based out of our Camrose shop, but may occasionally require field service work.

Summary The Heavy Duty Mechanic Journeyman is required to perform skilled tasks in the mechanical repair and maintenance of heavy equipment.

The Heavy Duty Mechanic

Journeyman will have the ability to troubleshoot major and minor mechanical problems, as well as have the ability to repair and adjust all necessary mechanical components. Work assignments will be received in the form of oral or written work orders, but the employee is expected to determine the nature and extent of needed repairs. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Core Competencies

· Quality Orientation

· Time Management

· Creative and Innovative Thinking

· Development and Continual Learning

· Problem Solving

· Accountability and Dependability

· Decision making and Judgment

· Operating Equipment

· Providing Consultation

· Ethics and Integrity

· Planning and Organizing

· Mathematical Reasoning

· Communication

· Energy and Stress

· Team Work

Job Duties

· Provide service for natural gas engines and compressors.

· Provide routine maintenance as well as engine and compressor overhauls.

· Perform customer rebuilds.

· Check all heavy equipment for proper performance and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions.

· Repair and adjust hydraulic pumps, safety valves, and any other necessary mechanical components.

· Diagnose defects in heavy duty equipment.





· Diagnose any faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair that is required.

· Inspect, repair and adjust gasoline and diesel powered units.

· Perform incidental welding operations on equipment.

· Adhere to workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.

· Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents/injuries in a timely manner to the supervisor in order 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 seamless customer service.

· Perform mechanical repairs on equipment in the shop and road calls when required.

· Operate automotive servicing equipment, e.g. A/C recycler, etc.

· Installation of new and added-on equipment.

· Electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting and diagnostics.

· Accurate completion of work orders and time cards.

· Repair cooling, and lubrication systems.

· Install and align engines and machinery.

· Repair mechanical transmissions, drive-trains and final drives.

· Repair cable-operated working attachments, winches, compressors, pumps, electric generators, etc.

· Test repaired equipment for proper performance.

· Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work.





· Instruct apprentices.

· Keep detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation.

· Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology and repair techniques.

· Other mechanical repair work as required.

Requirements

· Must hold a Journeyman’s certificate, or have Red Seal.

· Completion of college/CEGEP/vocational or technical training.

· Appropriate credentials and certifications.

· 3-5 years' experience as a Heavy Duty Mechanic.

· Possess a valid driver’s license.

· Proven mechanical abilities in hydraulics and electrical, including schematics and diagnostics.

· Experience with routine maintenance operations.

· Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment.

· Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.

· Able to work well under pressure.

· Solid attention to detail.

· Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.

Work Conditions

· 24/7 availability may be required.

· Physical ability to lift up to 50lb.

· Travel to off-site locations may be required.

· Safety equipment will be required; Steel-toed safety boots, coveralls, safety glasses/goggles, hearing protection, etc; as determined by management and/or location requirements

· Overtime as required.

· Hazards associated with the trade.

· Work both indoors and outdoors.

· May be exposed to construction sites.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience

- HD Mechanic: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 (preferred)
- Journeyman (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic (Camrose)
🏢 Nu Edge Construction
📍 Camrose