Heavy Duty Mechanic

Posted on: May 15, 2026
Posted by: Strathcona County

Summary

This posting is for 1 temporary full-time position until March 2027

Are you a skilled Heavy Duty Mechanic looking for meaningful work close to home? Join our Fleet and Facility Management department as a Fleet Services Technician, where you’ll work alongside a supportive crew to keep our municipal bus fleet running smoothly and make a real difference in the lives of those who rely on public transit every day.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Apply your expertise in the Heavy-Duty Mechanic/Heavy Equipment Technician trade to perform thorough maintenance, servicing and repairs on buses and equipment that support the safe and efficient operation of our municipal fleet
  • Collaborate with a skilled team of technicians, while also demonstrating the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Maintain accurate and detailed documentation upon completing repairs on vehicles, equipment, and buses
  • Meet established time standards of all tasks and responsibilities to help maintain reliable transit services for the community

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Licensed Journeyperson Heavy Duty On-Road and Off-Road Mechanic/Heavy Equipment Technician
  • Licensed Red Seal would be considered an asset
  • Experience working on Transit buses (Nova, Alexander Denis, and New Flyer). Coach experience is also beneficial
  • Basic computer experience
  • Thorough knowledge and experience of equipment repair practices, procedures and preventative maintenance requirements
  • Knowledge of current electronic diagnostic programs for chassis and body systems
  • Ability to work with a large group and train apprentices with limited supervision
  • Ability to work autonomously, demonstrating the ability to perform tasks independently with minimal supervision
  • Knowledge and experience with working in a Fleet Management Program
  • Automotive experience would be considered an asset

Conditions of Employment:

  • Submission of a Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
  • Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s licence and submission of a 5-year Driver’s Abstract with less than 7 demerits
    • Valid Class 3 Driver’s License with Q endorsement is preferred
  • Ability to achieve Provincial Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program (CVIP) status
  • Ability to perform physical labour as part of the job duties and stand/walk for extended periods of time
  • Ability to work a variety of shifts and overtime may be required
  • Ability to be on-call (1 week per rotation)

Job Type

Full Time Temporary

Employer Contact

No employer contact listed.

Salary Range

$106,246.40 - $132,828.80

Closing Date

June 12, 2026
Posting ID: 38442