About Us

Since 1950, Standish Towing & Recovery has offered 24-hour emergency assistance for towing, traffic control, emergency spill response, heavy duty roadside truck repair, and heavy equipment hauling. With the largest fleet of heavy & medium duty towing equipment in the area, we provide the fastest response times during your time of need. Standish towing has the trucks and employees ready to provide emergency road side tow and mechanical services, whether it be heavy duty recoveries, or just changing a tire, we provide fast, professional services in Banff, Canmore, Lake Louise, Bow Valley and surrounding communities.

At Standish

Towing, we believe our people set us apart, and we are committed to attracting, training, investing in and retaining the best talent.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our team. This individual must thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in their workmanship, attention to safety and desire to support our team. The position reports directly to the onsite Management Team, however, the applicant must possess the ability to be a self sufficient team member and sometimes work unsupervised, whether that be in the shop or providing mobile service in the field, this position requires a motivated individual that functions in all environments.

Don’t miss out on an opportunity to become part of team where you can flex your problem solving skills daily, receive specialty training on repairing operating tow trucks and heavy wrecker recovery vehicles, all while working in the breath taking and majestic views of Banff National Park. Come for the work, but stay for the lifestyle!

Responsibilities

- Perform regular maintenance and service on all equipment and company vehicles
- Follow safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all team members




- Diagnose and repair mechanical and hydraulic issues using tools and diagnostic software
- Perform and document CVIP inspections on all relevant equipment and vehicles
- Maintain accurate service records, including hours, mileage, and repair history
- Work with Dispatch to ensure scheduled and timely maintenance and repairs are performed as required to keep our fleet ready to serve our customers 24/7.
- Work Independently in the Field as well as part of of a bigger team where required such as wreck recoveries and shop tasks

Requirements Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic certification

Will consider 2nd or 3rd year experienced apprentice

Weekend / On-Call availability as needed

Physically able to complete all required work and tasks of a HD tech/mechanic

Strong command of the English language, spoken, reading & writing

Valid CVIP License or willingness to obtain ( Shop is Certified CVIP Facility )

Strong working knowledge of hydraulic systems

Valid Drivers License & Clean Drivers abstract

Class 1/3 License considered a strong asset ( Employer willing to train the right candidate )

Must be able to reliably commute or relocate to Banff, AB – Staff Accommodation available for the right candidate.

Compensation and Benefits

Market-competitive salary based on experience $45 - $55hr ( Experience & Skill Based )

There is a $2000 sign on bonus for a qualified applicant that meets the needs of our team.

Benefits available after probationary period

Set schedule with Overtime and On-call opportunities for additional income

Staff Accommodation in Banff for the right applicant

In-house training on specialty niche heavy wrecker equipment and recovery tactics

Pay: $45.00-$55.00 per hour

Benefits

- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance

Language:
- English (required)

Licence/Certification:
- Class 1 Licence (preferred)
- Heavy Duty Mechanic (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Heavy Duty Mechanic (Banff)
🏢 Standish Towing u0026 Recovery
📍 Banff