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!
Lamont County is seeking experienced and highly motivated individuals to join our team. We are looking for a Lead Mechanic to work in a fast-paced environment as part of the Public Works Department.
This is a full-time position reporting 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 heavy equipment, highway trucks, power tools and machinery, and assisting with the organization and maintenance of the Lamont County Shop.
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.
• Assists 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.