Job Openings

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, servicing, and
maintaining a wide range of heavy equipment. This role ensures maximum
equipment uptime and safety by performing preventative maintenance,
troubleshooting mechanical and hydraulic failures, and conducting field repairs
as needed. 

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnostics & Troubleshooting: Utilize computerized diagnostic tools, hydraulic pressure gauges, and electrical testing equipment to identify faults and malfunctions in engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, and electrical components.
• Repair & Maintenance: Diagnose and repair heavy equipment components including diesel engines, transmissions, differentials, hydraulic pumps, cylinders, and braking systems.
• Preventative Maintenance: Clean, lubricate, and perform routine services on excavators, loaders, skid steers, tractors plus various other pieces of heavy equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Field Service: Travel to job sites to conduct emergency repairs and on-site maintenance in various weather conditions.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of services performed, including time spent, parts used, and work orders completed.
• Safety Adherence: Strictly adhere to company safety policies and procedures, including lockout/tagout procedures, and ensure equipment meets all safety regulations. 

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Proven work experience as a journeyman heavy equipment technician or mechanic, preferably with 3–5 years in construction environment.
• Certification: Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Technician certification (or equivalent provincial/state certification) is required.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and powertrain components.
• Equipment Familiarity: Experience servicing a wide range of heavy equipment such as excavators, wheel loaders, telehandlers, etc.
• Skills: Proficiency with hand and power tools, welding/fabrication experience is an asset.
• License: Valid driver’s license (Class 3 or 5) with a clean abstract. 

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and work in awkward positions.
• Comfortable working in a shop environment as well as outdoors in varied weather conditions (heat, cold, noise, dust).
• May require flexible hours, including weekends or on-call shifts. 

What We Offer

• Competitive with flexibility depending on candidate’s experience/ qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision). Includes telemedicine
• Company-provided service truck (if applicable) and specialized tools.
• Boot and clothing allowance.
• Ongoing professional training and certification opportunities. 

Interested candidates can apply directly through the website by clicking “Apply Now” or forward their resume to:

careers@atlantictrailer.ca

Attn: Hiring
Manager –Job ID: JHET180326 (Insert the Job ID into subject line)

Reports To: Shop Foreman

Job Type: Full-time,
Permanent