At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair heavy equipment for industrial construction and crane operations.
- Company: CEC, a growing company in Kamloops, BC specializing in heavy industrial construction.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, wellness programs, and company events.
- Other info: Full-time, permanent position with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a safety-first team and make a real impact in the construction industry.
- Qualifications: Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic certification and strong mechanical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 110000 - 125000 $ per year.
Company Overview
CEC is a growing company based out of Kamloops, BC providing services throughout British Columbia and into Alberta. Our company has a fleet of mobile cranes and industrial equipment that we use for hoisting and installing heavy equipment, specializing in bridge building and rehab. We work in the heavy industrial construction sector. We provide mobile crane services as well as bridges, sheet pile shoring, piling, fabrication, and jack & rolls. At CEC, we believe safety comes first above all. Our goal is to use our skills and field knowledge combined with safe work practices, to provide quality crane and industrial construction services to our community.
Summary
We are seeking a skilled Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our team in Kamloops. This vital role involves maintaining and repairing heavy equipment used in industrial construction and crane operations, contributing directly to our mission of safety and excellence. The successful candidate will bring extensive mechanical expertise and a passion for quality work.
The heavy-duty equipment mechanic will repair, troubleshoot, adjust, overhaul and maintain mobile heavy-duty equipment used in construction, transportation, forestry, mining, oil and gas, material handling, landscaping/land clearing, and similar activities.
The Mechanic performs routine maintenance procedures on all equipment, identifies complex problems, and reviews related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions primarily with cranes and other heavy equipment.
Essential duties and responsibilities include:
- Study job site and task at hand to understand overall work procedures.
- Determine the tools and equipment needed to perform task.
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment.
- Dismantle and reassemble machines as well as equipment using hoist, cranes, truck lifts, hand tools and power tools.
- Adjust equipment and repair/replace bad parts, pieces or systems using hand and power tools.
- Observe mechanical devices in operation and listen to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
- Service attachments, such as hoists, lifting hooks, blades, ploughs, winches and side booms.
- Troubleshoot and determine cause of failures that occur in all conventional cranes including electronic, hydraulic and mechanical failures.
- Troubleshoot and repair jib cranes, hoists and overhead cranes.
- May wire, perform electrical installations and disconnect and connect machine tools and other machinery.
- May perform work on switchgears, motor relays, gearboxes and perform point to point wiring.
- May troubleshoot electrical circuits to include a/c, d/c circuitry & radio-controllers.
- May be required to perform basic arc welding for the purposes of repair.
- Initiate purchase requisitions for parts orders for repairs.
- Communicate with supervisor, engineers, production control, quality and other shop personnel as it relates to the job.
- Responsible for keeping equipment and work area clean and orderly.
- Within the scope of the job requirements, adhere and comply with provincial and federal law, the Company ISO Quality Program and procedures, Company policies and Safety and Environmental Regulations.
- Perform maintenance on the hydraulic pumps and filter systems.
- Maintain, organize, control, inventory supplies, tools, and equipment.
- Use computer diagnostic and other testing equipment to diagnose faults or malfunctions.
- Test repaired equipment for proper performance and ensure that work meets manufacturer specifications.
- Attach components and adjust new equipment systems for optimization.
- Overhaul engines and work on power shift transmissions, fuel injection, hydraulics or electronics.
- Adjust, repair, or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems including trailers, truck chassis, frame, cab, body, engine and drivetrain, air brakes, steering, and fuel, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems using other hand tools/equipment.
- Support policies and procedures regarding health and safety programs.
- Write service reports.
Required Qualifications:
- Knowledge of site safety rules and regulations.
- Journeyman, or apprentice Heavy Duty/Commercial transport mechanic.
- Class 1 driver’s license is an asset.
- Valid driver's license.
- Canadian citizen.
- Welding experience is an asset.
- Basic computer skills.
- Must have own tools; specialty tools and large tools will be provided.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $110,000.00-$125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
Red Seal Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic in Kamloops employer: Cutting Edge Group
At CEC, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer in Kamloops, BC, where our commitment to safety and quality work creates a supportive and dynamic work environment. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits including wellness programs and RRSP matching, and ample opportunities for professional growth within the heavy industrial construction sector. Join our dedicated team and contribute to meaningful projects while enjoying a culture that values teamwork and employee well-being.
