- Conduct advanced diagnostics, overhauls, and repairs on diesel, LPG, natural gas, and gasoline generator systems
- Respond to emergency power outages and restore critical operations through troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
- Perform load bank testing, fuel system calibrations, inspections, and readiness assessments
- Evaluate and modify generator systems for efficiency, reliability, and cold-weather performance
- Design site-specific operating procedures for remote and extreme environments
- Develop technical specifications, scopes of work, and maintenance requirements for outsourced mechanical contracts
- Evaluate contractor proposals and monitor vendor performance against service agreements and engineering standards
- Review contractor work and expenditures for quality, accountability, and value
- Fabricate custom components and engineer temporary and permanent repairs
- Modify equipment for non-standard assets and unique operational requirements
- Analyze lifecycle and performance data to forecast replacements and prevent failures
- Develop fleet modernization, equipment upgrade, and capital planning strategies
- Establish preventive maintenance programs for generators, pumps, compressors, and specialized mechanical equipment
- Train staff on inspections, operational checks, and preventive maintenance
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, engineering requirements, and provincial legislation
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for mechanical assets supporting Forestry Division infrastructure

Requirements

- Two-year technical diploma in heavy duty mechanic, power systems technician, gas compression technician, or a related field plus six years related experience, or equivalent education/experience
- Six years of related experience for the stated diploma pathway
- Experience with power generation systems supporting emergency services, communications infrastructure, forestry operations,



or critical public-sector facilities
- Experience with welding, machining, fabrication, and custom mechanical design
- Knowledge of lifecycle asset management, capital planning, and equipment replacement strategies
- Familiarity with Alberta Building Code, electrical regulations, environmental requirements, and occupational health and safety standards
- Experience working in remote or harsh environmental conditions and supporting critical infrastructure
- Final candidates must undergo a criminal records check
- Must be able to obtain RCMP Enhanced Reliability Status security clearance within 10 months of employment
- Ability to work overtime, travel outside the home area, and work extended hours with little or no notice
- Applicants must apply online and provide dates for education and work experience

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in advanced diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance of diesel and gas generator systems, with a solid focus on compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards. Proven ability to develop and implement preventive maintenance programs and evaluate contractor performance in critical infrastructure settings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

- Advanced Diagnostics
- Generator System Repairs
- Preventive Maintenance Programs
- Lifecycle Asset Management
- Compliance with Safety Regulations

Hard Skills

- Diesel Generator Systems
- LPG Systems
- Natural Gas Systems
- Gasoline Generator Systems
- Load Bank Testing
- Fuel System Calibration
- Welding
- Machining
- Fabrication
- Custom Mechanical Design

Soft Skills

- Troubleshooting
- Root-Cause Analysis
- Strategic Leadership
- Training and Development

Certifications & Qualifications

- Two-Year Technical Diploma
- RCMP Enhanced Reliability Status

Industry Keywords

- Power Generation Systems
- Emergency Services
- Forestry Operations
- Alberta Building Code
- Occupational Health and Safety Standards

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