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Heavy-Duty Mechanic

Posted on: Aug 12, 2025

Posted by: Lamont County

Summary

Lamont County is located less than 45 minutes east of Edmonton and is part of Alberta’s Industrial Heartland. With a
population of approx. 4,000 and a service area of over 9,500 residents, we contribute to over 40 major industrial
companies and investments of over $45B. The county is adjacent to Strathcona County and the City of Fort
Saskatchewan, as well as many important municipalities in the region. Lamont County is a great place to work!
We are the Cradle of Ukrainian Settlement in Canada, including the honour of having the first Ukrainian settlers in
Canada, and over 40 historical churches—the county is designated the Church Capital of North America.
We offer exciting and challenging job opportunities focused on delivering and supporting high-quality programs and
services to our residents.
Lamont County is seeking experienced and highly motivated individuals to join our team. We are looking for a HeavyDuty Mechanic to work in a fast-paced environment as part of the Public Works Department.
This is a full-time position where the successful individual reports to the Operations Manager.
This role provides mechanical expertise in the repair, maintenance, and upkeep of all Lamont County vehicles and fleet.
This includes the maintenance of emergency response vehicles, power tools and machinery, and assisting with the
organization and maintenance of the Lamont County Shop

Key Responsibilities

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Performs regular Journeyman-level repairs, overhauls and maintenance of various components including engines, brakes, transmissions, differentials, axles, hydraulic controls, pumps, compressors, and electrical components.
• May be asked to assist with repairs and maintenance on all types of heavy equipment/trucks—which may include motor graders, snow/sander trucks, gravel trucks, picker trucks, light trucks, cats, low bed trucks, tractors, track hoes, rubber-tired hoes, front-end loaders, bobcats, rotary mowers, steamers, rollers, compactors, etc.
• Assists with troubleshooting of equipment repairs, including inspecting all stages of the repairs using hydraulic and electronic schematics.
• Installs and maintains vehicle mounted equipment.
• Able to operate and understand the use of diagnostic equipment and software applications.
• Responds to service calls in the field and makes emergency repairs as required.
• Reports and documents any damages or malfunctions of operated equipment/trucks.
• Maintains proper documentation for work orders and CVIP records.
• Follows all safe work practices and procedures.
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
• Licensed Red Seal or Journeymen Heavy-Duty Mechanic.
• Five+ years’ of work experience as a Heavy-Duty Mechanic.
• Valid Alberta Driver’s License (Class 1 considered an asset).
• On-road and off-road fleet experience.
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• Possession of a valid CVIP technician license with CVIP writing experience.
• ECM Diagnostics experience.
• Forklift training and overhead crane training would be an asset.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Licensed Red Seal or Journeyman Automotive Mechanic ticket and experience would be beneficial.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word) and computer literacy.

Job Type

Full-time

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Salary Range

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Closing Date

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Posting ID: 33628