Heavy Duty Mechanic
JDG Contracting Ltd is currently looking for a certified Heavy duty mechanic to join our team in the Chetwynd BC area. (Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Competitive Wage)
Experience and Qualifications:
Completion of a heavy-duty mechanic apprenticeship and registration as a BC or Red Seal heavy or equivalent training and education
Ability to read, understand and effectively communicate operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings
Knowledge of inventory control and inventory systems for parts management
Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
3 to 5 years of experience with heavy duty mechanical work in a large-scale civil construction or mining/earthworks environment with Caterpillar equipment i.e. haul truck, dozer, excavators, etc.
Proven mechanical abilities in hydraulics and electrical, including schematics, diagnostics and routine maintenance
Able to pass any pre-access screening, including a Drug and Alcohol test
Responsibilities:
-Check heavy construction equipment for proper performance and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
-Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required
-Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools
-Examine parts for damage or excessive wear
-Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers’ specifications
-Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment
-Service attachments and working tools
-Perform repair work on heavy trucks
-Coach and mentor apprentices
-Other related duties as assigned by supervisor
Working Conditions
-Must be physically fit and able to work in remote
-Outdoor work subject to extreme weather changes
-Physically able to work outdoors performing hard labour tasks
-Ability to handle 100 lbs objects
-Must be able to access/board equipment in areas with uneven ground, snow and soft ground/surface water
-Must be team player and must be willing to participate in company safety and production requirements
JDG Contracting Ltd. will be supplying:
A fully tooled service truck
Please submit resume to: shane.vanderiet@jdgcontracting.com
Or call (250) 401-8637 for more details.



