Heavy-Duty / Commercial Transport Mechanic (Red Seal or 4th Year Apprentice)

Company: McRae’s Power Sweeping Ltd.
Location: Abbotsford, BC (Shop-Based)
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Wage Scale: $40.00 – $50.00 / hour (Based on certification and experience tier)

About the Opportunity

McRae’s Power Sweeping/McRae's Tank Service FV Ltd. is looking for an experienced Heavy-Duty / Commercial Transport Head Mechanic to join our team immediately.

Based out of our Abbotsford shop, you will lead the preventative maintenance, diagnosis, CVSE compliance, and repair of our specialized medium and heavy-duty diesel tractors, vacuum units, sweepers and trailer fleet. This is an ideal role for a technical professional looking for stable, indoor shop hours with an industry leader, avoiding unpredictable field conditions.

What We Offer

- Top-Tier Pay: $40.00 – $50.00 per hour with guaranteed stable weekly shop hours.
- Comprehensive Protection: Full Extended Health, Medical, and Dental advantages package.
- Workplace Quality: Dedicated, fully equipped shop workspace targeting fleet reliability.
- Career Growth: Real leadership pathway with direct influence over shop flow and schedules.

Key Responsibilities

- Fleet Maintenance: Inspect, diagnose, service, and overhaul heavy diesel trucks, hydro-excavator chassis, vacuum systems, and flat-deck/tank trailers.
- Regulatory Compliance: Maintain rigorous fleet tracking to ensure 100% alignment with BC CVSE and WorkSafeBC standards.
- Leadership & Scheduling: Plan, coordinate,



and log all preventative maintenance schedules to minimize asset downtime.
- Shop Safety: Enforce shop cleanliness, tool organization, and safety procedures at all times.
- Equipment Transfer: Oversee local service coordination, including parts pick-up or vehicle shunting as required.

Qualifications & Requirements

- Certification: Red Seal Heavy-Duty Equipment Technician, Commercial Transport Mechanic ticket, or an active 4th-Year Apprentice logging final hours.
- Experience: Minimum 3–5 years handling major diagnostic, diesel engine, air brake, and electrical system overhauls on Class 8 vehicles.
- Regulatory Assets: Strong operational familiarity with BC commercial vehicle inspection guidelines and logbooks.
- Tools: Provision of your own basic automotive hand tools (specialty diagnostic tools and heavy equipment are shop-provided).
- Licensing: Valid Class 3 BC Driver's License with Air Brakes Endorsement is a strong asset.

How to Apply

We are looking to fill this role immediately. Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their resume and a copy of their trade qualifications directly to [email protected].

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $40.00-$50.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Licence/Certification:

- Heavy Duty Mechanic or Commercial Transport Certificate (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Heavy Duty/Commercial Transport Mechanic (Red Seal or 4th Year Apprentice) (Abbotsford)
🏢 McRae's Power Sweeping
📍 Abbotsford