Company Description:

Launched in 1998 with nothing more than a used Caterpillar dozer and an entrepreneurial spirit, Bouchier has grown to be a leading provider of integrated site services to the Athabasca Oil Sands region.

From our head office in Fort McKay, Alberta, the company now employs more than 1200 dedicated team members and commands a fleet of over 425 pieces of equipment.

With a strong belief in doing the right things in the right way, Bouchier is now one of the largest companies owned and operated by Indigenous peoples in the area providing contracting, construction, and general site services.

Position Summary:

Type: Full Time

Location: Fort McKay

Schedule: Dayshift, 12 hour days

Vacation pay at 6% - paid out bi-weekly upon start date

$500 LOA – no waiting period

Health & Dental and Long-Term Disability Benefits – eligible after 3 months of continuous service
Employer paid Insurances

RPP (Registered Pension Plan) with company matching - eligible after 3 months of continuous service

Employer paid Employee Assistance Program

Progression and development opportunities

Safety Recognition

Company support for recertification of required tickets

Bouchier welcome gift and company swag

Overtime available but not guaranteed

Accommodations provided if required

Role Summary:

Bouchier is looking for a Heavy Equipment Technician who is upbeat, energetic, confident, self-motivated and reliable. We require a technician who performs their tasks efficiently, to the best of their ability with a high standard of quality along with solid problem-solving skills and can work as part of a team or by alone. A technician who is well versed in all aspects of repairs to trucks, trailers and equipment from basic maintenance to engine repairs, electrical and diagnostics.

Ensures all Workplace Safety, Environmental and National Safety Code Policies and Regulations are being adhered to





Read diagrams/schematics and manufacturers repair manuals for work procedures

Operate a hoist and lift device to position machinery parts in a safe manner

Inspect and examine vehicles and equipment

Lubricate, service, diagnose, repair, assemble, and maintain vehicles and equipment
D8 Dozers and down

40 Ton Rock Truck/Wiggle Wagons

966 Loaders and down

Highway Trucks and Trailers/Plow Trucks

Various other pieces of smaller equipment

Timely and accurate diagnosis and repair including computer connection/diagnosis with machine to identify fault codes

Stay ahead of changes to industry standards

Provides guidance and instruction to less experienced, or apprentice maintenance personnel

Performing hands on maintenance and repairs of all equipment

Diagnosing electrical, mechanical and hydraulic troubles

Making repairs according to the manufacturer’s specifications

Suggest positive changes to policy and procedures as required

Initiative, diligence and reliability

Provide training, mentorship and support for Apprentices as required

Qualifications & Requirements:

Must have a Journeyperson Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate as Heavy-Duty Technician or an Alberta Journeyperson

Off-Road Certificate is required.

On highway with CVIP certification is an asset.

Minimum of 5 years’ experience

Valid First Aid certificate

Able to dismantle and reassemble equipment using hoists and hand tools

Knowledge and experience operating all equipment for positioning and diagnosing purposes

Welding/cutting experience is an asset

Ability to lift 50 pounds or more

Good organizational and leadership skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to work alone & get along well with others on a work team

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

CSO (Common Safety Orientation) certificate is required

WHMIS

All applicants must have the ability to speak, read and write fluently in English.

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📌 Heavy Duty Mechanic (Off Road) (Alberta)
🏢 Bouchier
📍 Alberta