Location: Calgary, Alberta

Employment: Full-time, permanent

Compensation: $42–$50 per hour, based on experience and certification

Work setting: Primarily shop-based, with occasional field-service support

The Opportunity

Twin Staffing is recruiting an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic and Rental Fleet Technician for the Calgary branch of a rapidly growing Canadian equipment-rental company.

You will inspect, diagnose, maintain and repair a diverse fleet of rental equipment while helping ensure every unit is safe, reliable and ready for customers. This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who enjoys variety, takes pride in quality repairs and wants long-term career growth.

Equipment You’ll Work On

- Boom lifts and scissor lifts
- Telehandlers and forklifts
- Material-handling equipment
- Skid steers and compact construction equipment
- Small engines
- Diesel and gas-powered equipment
- Other rental, construction and industrial machinery

Key Responsibilities

- Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and fuel-system issues.
- Perform preventive maintenance, safety inspections and scheduled servicing.
- Repair, replace and recondition defective components.
- Use diagnostic tools, schematics, service manuals and OEM guidance to complete repairs.
- Identify equipment defects, safety concerns and potential failures before returning units to service.
- Complete work orders accurately, including labour hours, parts used, repair notes and follow-up requirements.
- Communicate equipment status, repair requirements and delays to the service team.
- Coordinate with Parts, Dispatch, Sales and branch personnel to prioritize repairs and maintain fleet availability.
- Maintain a clean, organized and safe shop.
- Support field-service calls and other operational requirements when needed.

Qualifications





- Minimum three years of relevant repair experience with heavy equipment, construction machinery, aerial lifts, forklifts, vehicles, small engines or similar equipment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and diagnostic ability.
- Experience troubleshooting hydraulic, electrical, mechanical and fuel systems.
- Ability to read schematics, service manuals and manufacturer repair instructions.
- Experience completing preventive maintenance, inspections and equipment repairs.
- Strong commitment to safety, workmanship and accurate documentation.
- Ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a service team.
- Basic computer skills for work orders, time entries, parts usage and service records.
- Valid driver’s licence with an acceptable driving record.
- Legal authorization to work in Canada.

Preferred Background

- Journeyperson or Red Seal certification in Heavy Equipment, Agricultural Equipment, Automotive Service, Truck and Transport or another related trade.
- Equipment-rental, construction-equipment, aerial-lift, forklift or material-handling experience.
- Manufacturer or OEM training.
- Mobile field-service experience.
- Additional equipment, safety, forklift or aerial-lift certifications.

Red Seal certification is preferred but not mandatory. Experienced technicians with strong practical skills are encouraged to apply.

Compensation and Benefits

- Comprehensive health and dental perks
- Vision care
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid vacation and company holidays
- Overtime opportunities
- Ongoing technical and manufacturer training
- Career-development and advancement opportunities
- Stable, long-term employment with a growing Canadian organization

Apply Today

If you enjoy solving mechanical problems, working on a varied equipment fleet and taking ownership of quality repairs, we would like to hear from you.

📌 Heavy Equipment Technician (Calgary)
🏢 Twin Staffing
📍 Calgary