Heavy Equipment Mechanic

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Overview

Keller Foundations Ltd, has built a solid reputation throughout Canada as an industry leader in providing innovative, comprehensive, Ground Engineering solutions. We take pride in providing the highest possible level of service to our clients. Keller offers a challenging and rewarding business atmosphere to those who value teamwork, integrity, and diversity. We actively encourage our employees to contribute their diverse strengths to the team. We recognize the individual needs of our staff while supporting and assisting them to reach their full potential.

Keller is one of the largest geotechnical construction companies in the Canada offering competitive wages and opportunities for growth. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage qualified women, minorities, veterans and others to apply.

Keller is actively searching for an experienced Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic in Saskatoon, SK with 2-3 years of experience in Diagnosis and Repair of a variety of foundation drills and equipment used in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair equipment and trucks, including hydraulic repair, brake work, electrical repairs and welding
• Ability to read and understand equipment repair/service manuals
• Ability to operate a variety of equipment in order to diagnose and repair breakdowns
• Ability and knowledge with maintaining equipment by repair and replacement of different components
• Diagnose and repair equipment deficiencies
• Troubleshooting and repair of hydraulic, electro-mechanical systems, power train, and safety related aspects of mobile equipment maintenance
• Perform new and used machinery preparation, scheduled maintenance, repair or overhaul usually requiring component replacement, commissioning and adjustment of mechanical/hydraulic, electrical and pneumatic equipment, including warranty upgrades
• Recondition and repair equipment components and systems as assigned
• Rigging, hoisting, and spotting for equipment movement according to written, verbal, and/or signaled instructions
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues quickly and efficiently with the analytical ability to find solutions to difficult technical problems
• Ability to work closely with Supervisor
• Complete all job-related duties as instructed by supervisor
• Maintain safe working conditions and adhere to Occupational Health and Safety regulations
• Participate in the Keller Safety Program including safety meetings, briefs and promoting our safety culture
• Ability to perform and pass a Pre Access and Post Incident Test
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously

Qualifications

• Red Seal Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic Certificate
• Experience with Drill Rigs or Foundation Equipment an Asset
• Pass “Sure Hire” Fit Test
• Pass Drug and Alcohol Test
• Hands-on experience as a Heavy Duty Mechanic in the construction industry
• Self-motivated and willing to travel
• Ability to work in a team environment with interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to perform physical labor and other strenuous physical tasks; to include frequent bending, kneeling and lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working outdoors in a high-stress environment with extreme weather fluctuations
• Ability to work in congested areas
• Capable of climbing and keeping balance on uneven areas
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License and access to a vehicle
• The following certificates are an asset: CSTS 2020, GD#2, OSSA, BSO, Fall Pro, First Aid
• The following tickets are an asset: Drill Rig, Loader, Skidsteer, Excavator

Additional Information

Compensation

As per Operator Union Rates; Range $44.23 - $55.00

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including relevant internal and external experience, knowledge, skills, scope of job, geographical location or other factors permitted by law

Benefits - Union

• Dental, Health and Vision insurance as per Operator Union
• Disability and Life insurance as per Operator Union
• Other benefits as per Operator Union

Location & Hours

• Saskatoon, SK
• Sites throughout Western Canada, able to travel and work in camp environment
• 8 - 12 hour days - overtime as per Operator Union
• Day shift, Night shift, Weekends when required
• Rotation or Shift work if needed