Heavy Duty Mechanic

Posted on: Sep 1, 2026

Posted by: Thorhild County

Summary

Heavy Equipment Technician
Permanent Full Time
Monday-Friday (8:00 am-4:30 pm)
Journeyperson Preferred or Minimum 3rd Year Apprentice

Thorhild County Public Works Department is seeking a suitable individual to carry out the following duties under the direction and supervision of the Fleet Manager:

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment, trucks, fire equipment, agricultural equipment, and trailers
• Diagnose and troubleshoot hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and engine related issues
• Perform Commercial Vehicle inspections and ensure all equipment meets safety and regulatory requirements
• Inspect equipment and identify maintenance requirement proactively
• Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports, and repair documentation
• Assist in all duties as directed.
• Must participate in the on-call schedule on a rotational basis.

Key Responsibilities

Qualifications required:

• Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician Certificate preferred or minimum 3rd Year Apprentice.
• Valid Alberta CVIP Inspection License
• Standard First Aid or willing to obtain.
• Physical ability and dexterity to perform a variety of manual tasks (heavy lifting, squatting, bending, twisting and climbing. Work may be performed with exposure to the outdoor elements.
• Possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Experience in operating various power and hand tools and various heavy equipment.
• Successful candidate will be required to provide a Criminal Records Check, Driver’s Abstract and Fitness to Work Assessment.

Requirements

This position is included within the scope of the County’s unionized setting (IUOE Local 955) and is based on a 40-hour work week. Hourly rate range for this position is dependent on certification or period completed ($39.14-$46.96). Applicable apprentice percentage of journeyman rate applies. Thorhild County also has a comprehensive benefits program. Current employees of Thorhild County fulfilling the requirements essential to this position shall be considered for this position.

Position will remain open until suitable candidate is hired.

Please forward resumes to:
Laurie Andrushchyshyn, Payroll & Personnel Manager
laurie.andrushchyshyn@thorhildcounty.com

We thank all applicants, however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Type

Full time

Employer Contact

No employer contact listed.

Salary Range

No salary range listed.

Closing Date

September 18, 2026

Posting ID: 39857

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