At GFL, our Heavy Duty Mechanics do more than repair equipment—they are essential to keeping our fleet running safely and efficiently, ensuring we can continue to serve our communities. In this role, you will perform preventive maintenance, inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles and equipment, working under minimal supervision to keep our operations moving.

Competitive Pay: Individual pay is determined by responsibilities, experience, and location.

Comprehensive Health Benefits: Full employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.

Retirement Savings: Modern Shop & Gear: Work out of well-equipped facilities with the latest diagnostic technology and tools. Explicit pathways for advancement across GFL’s growing national network.

Employee Support: Full access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Valid 421A Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Certification registered in the Skilled Trades of Canada.

Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in automotive, truck, or heavy equipment maintenance and repair.

Technical Proficiency: Working knowledge of fuel, ignition, cooling, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and air brake systems; Diagnostic Skills: Ability to utilize vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes and effectively diagnose defects.





Preventive Maintenance: Perform scheduled preventive maintenance services and conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment. Inspect, diagnose, and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems; utilize vehicle computer electronic systems to initiate repairs. Perform emergency breakdown service calls and complete repairs within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).

Documentation & Planning: Accurately document repairs, parts usage, and repair times using fleet maintenance software; review and complete repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs).

Parts Management: Estimate time and material costs for repairs and requisition necessary parts.

Facility Upkeep: Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work area in strict accordance with Corporate and OSHA standards. Assist in orienting and training apprentices as required, and effectively communicate maintenance needs to operations. #GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

📌 421A Heavy Duty Mechanic (Sault Ste. Marie)
🏢 GFL Environmental
📍 Sault Ste. Marie