Heavy Duty Technician

Posted on: May 4, 2026

Posted by: Starland County

Summary

Starland County is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a full-time permanent Heavy-Duty Technician to play an important role in maintaining and supporting equipment and infrastructure.

The successful applicant will be required to work 40 to 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday, based on the time of year. The salary range for this position is $71,000 – $101,500. We offer a competitive benefits and pension package.

If this opportunity is of interest to you, please forward your cover letter and resume to the address below. This employment opportunity will remain open until June 1, 2026, or until a suitable candidate is found. For additional information, including job description, please see our website at
www.starlandcounty.com

Starland County
PO Box 249
Morrin, AB T0J 2B0
Attention: Human Resources Coordinator
Email: hr-office@starlandcounty.com
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

Key Responsibilities

The job duties will include, but are not limited to the following:
➢ Constructs, installs, and repairs equipment and machinery
➢ Diagnoses equipment/vehicle problems and determines repairs needed
➢ Repairs overhauls, maintains and services diesel- and gas-powered vehicles, heavy trucks, heavy
construction equipment, graders, dump trucks, and excavators
➢ Conducts routine inspections, troubleshoot mechanical issues and complete service reports
➢ Perform mechanical repairs to road calls for vehicles and equipment/machinery when required
➢ Keep detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation and accurate completion
of work orders

Requirements

The successful candidate must be able to analyze, troubleshoot, dismantle, align, assemble, and adjust mechanical equipment and machinery to maintain in efficient operating condition. They will have their Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) certification and a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Heavy Duty Technician or be an apprentice in their final years of working towards their HET and be able to complete Commercial Vehicle Inspections. The successful candidate must be physically capable of working in confined and awkward spaces as well effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Knowledge in inventory and inventory systems for parts management is considered an asset.

In accordance with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy, preemployment drug and alcohol testing is required prior to commencing employment as well as a drivers abstract to be completed.

Job Type

Full Time Permanent

Employer Contact

No employer contact listed.

Salary Range

$71,000 - $101,500

Closing Date

June 1, 2026

Posting ID: 38306

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