HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC (JOURNEYMAN)

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13.02.19
Company Background:

Established in 2005, Birch Mountain Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer with over 295 employees throughout the Fort McMurray region. Operating from its’ main operations in Fort McKay, BME provides vac, water, waste, fuel and flat bed hauling services to industrial and commercial customers.

When you join our team, you join a family of employees dedicated to a safe, enjoyable and positive work environment. We offer competitive wages and seek candidates that are seeking secure, long-term employment.

Job Summary:

Operating from our Fort McKay main shop, this position involves shop and field repairs to our fleet of heavy duty highway trucks. Candidates shall have knowledge on all aspects of heavy spec trucks with preference given to those that possess experience with water, vac, high pressure and flusher units.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Repair or replace defective parts, components or systems
Install new or replacement parts according to manufacturer and/or truck specification
Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure work completed meets manufacturers’ specification and AB Transportation regulations
Completion of repair documentation including but not limited to work order, field level risk assessment, and hazard identification
Follow instructions for tasks assigned by shop supervisor
Complete daily housekeeping of assigned area or service vehicle to ensure maintenance of company image
Attend daily tool box and safety meetings as scheduled and adhere to corporate and site safety regulations and procedures.
Qualifications:

Must be certified as a Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician (min 3 years heavy truck experience)
Possess valid driver’s license (min class 5) with clean abstract
Be knowledgeable in all aspects of heavy truck repair including, but not limited to hydraulic, electronic, suspension and computer diagnosis
Previous or related experience with water, vac and steam trucks preferred
Clear verbal and written communication skills
OSSA (or OSSA BSO) and CSTS certification
Must successfully pass BME pre-employment evaluation, D&A and fit for duty pre-employment screening
Additional Incentives:

Housing available for out of town candidates
Company Health Benefits (eligible after 90 days)
LOA (eligible after 90 days) for local candidates
Group Retirements Savings Plan (RSP) (eligible after 180 days)
Submission:

Applications for this position to be received by email only with submission of resume to HR@bmel.ca

We thank you for your interest in Birch Mountain and remind all candidates that only successful applicants will be contacted. Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to local candidates.

For more information about Birch Mountain Enterprises, visit www.bmel.ca