Heavy Duty Technician

Full Time | Permanent (40-45 hrs/week)

 

Starland County is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a full-time permanent Heavy-Duty Technician to play an important role in maintaining and supporting equipment and infrastructure. 

The successful candidate must be able to analyze, troubleshoot, dismantle, align, assemble and adjust mechanical equipment and machinery to maintain it in efficient operating condition. They will have their Heavy Duty Technician (HET) certification and a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Heavy-Duty Technician or be an apprentice in their final years of working towards their HET and be able to complete Commercial Vehicle Inspections. The successful candidate must be physically capable of working in confined and awkward spaces as well effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Knowledge in inventory control and inventory systems for parts management is considered an asset. 

 

The job duties will include but are not limited to the following: 

  • Constructs, installs, and repairs equipment and machinery
  • Diagnoses equipment/vehicle problems and determines repairs needed
  • Repairs overhauls, maintains and services diesel-and gas-powered vehicles, heavy trucks, heavy construction equipment, graders, dump trucks, and excavators
  • Conducts routine inspections, troubleshoot mechanical issues and complete service reports
  • Perform mechanical repairs to road calls for vehicles and equipment/machinery when required 
  • Keep detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation and accurate completion of work orders

* Please find the full job description below*

 

The successful applicant will be required to work 40 to 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday based on the time of year. The salary range for this position is $71,000 - $101,500. We offer competitive benefits and pension package. In accordance with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is required prior to commencing employment as well as a drivers abstract to be completed. 

 

If this opportunity is of interest to you, please forward your cover letter and resume to the address below. This employment opportunity will remain open until February 6, 2026 or until a suitable candidate is found. 

Starland County

PO Box 249

Morrin, AB, T0J 2B0

Attention: Human Resources Coordinator

Fax: 403.772.0015

Email: [email protected]

 

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Heavy-Duty Technician Job Description