At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect, diagnose, and repair heavy-duty equipment while ensuring top performance.
- Company: Join LaPrairie Crane, a family-owned Canadian company with over 600 employees.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, stable work schedule, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Work in Fort McMurray with a 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off schedule.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team making a real impact in the heavy-duty industry.
- Qualifications: Journeyman certification, 3+ years experience, and strong mechanical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 $ per year.
La Prairie Crane, a member of the La Prairie Group of Companies, is recruiting a full-time
Heavy-Duty Mechanic to join its growing mechanical maintenance team in Fort Mc Murray, AB.
LAPRAIRIE Group of Companies , established in 1982 as a one-crane, two-man operation in Tumbler Ridge, BC, has grown into a successful group of companies employing over 600 local employees and offering full turnkey services within the mobile crane and rigging, heavy hauling, highway and bridge maintenance, frac sand mining, processing and distribution service sectors.
This 100% Canadian and family-owned group of companies services the Canadian and North Eastern USA markets through its various subsidiaries: LAPRAIRIE Crane, LAPRAIRIE Haul, LAPRAIRIE Works, LAPRAIRIE Oilfield, CAPSTAN Hauling, ENTREC, LAPRAIRIE Rock, and Canadian Silica Industries.
Responsibilities
- Inspecting cranes, trucks, trailers, and other heavy equipment for proper performance.
- Diagnosing faults using computerized testing equipment.
- Adjusting equipment and replacing faulty parts.
- Repairing damaged equipment parts.
- Cleaning, lubricating, and conducting routine services on heavy-duty and automotive vehicles.
- Repairing and servicing machine attachments.
- Performing major repair work when necessary.
- Driving to various job sites.
- Consulting with other Mechanics and Supervisor when needed.
Desired skills and Experience
- Journeyman Trade Certification/Red Seal as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic.
- Valid Alberta Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program (CVIP) license.
- 3+ years of experience as a Heavy-Duty Mechanic or related role.
- Must have a Class 5 driver’s license.
- Proven work experience with diesel or heavy equipment.
- Understanding of computer testing technologies.
- Ability to lift heavy machinery.
- Extensive knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic & electrical systems, and construction equipment.
- Ability to work after-hours if required.
- Good communication skills.
- Applicants must be able to supply their own tools.
- A successful applicant will have their own local accommodations in Fort Mc Murray and will be willing to work a 2 week on 2 week off shift.
- A member of Local 955 in good standing is preferred.
We encourage all who are qualified and interested to apply in confidence; however, only those in consideration will be contacted.
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Heavy-Duty Mechanic in Fort McMurray employer: LaPrairie Group of Companies
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Contact Details:
LaPrairie Group of Companies Recruitment Team
