LaPrairie Group Looking for Heavy Duty Mechanic at Nisku, AB Full Time

ENTREC Alberta Ltd., a diversified trucking company (a member of LAPRAIRIE Group of Companies) is recruiting a full-time Heavy Duty Journeyman Mechanic to join its growing team in Nisku, Alberta.

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LAPRAIRIE Group of Companies*_, established in 1982 as a one-crane, two-man operation in Tumbler Ridge, BC, has grown into a successful, group of companies employing over 600 local employees and offering full turnkey services within the mobile crane and rigging, heavy hauling, highway and bridge maintenance, frac sand mining, processing and distribution service sectors. This 100% Canadian, and family-owned group of companies services the Canadian and North Eastern USA markets through its various subsidiaries: LAPRAIRIE Crane, LAPRAIRIE Haul, LAPRAIRIE Works, LAPRAIRIE Oilfield, CAPSTAN Hauling, ENTREC, LAPRAIRIE Rock, and Canadian Silica Industries.

ENTREC Alberta Ltd._ is committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and safety for the best transportation experience. We are dedicated to achieving maximum efficiency and productivity to support our mission and vision of being a proven leader in specialized over-weight, over-sized cargo hauling and jack & slide services providing the highest quality service, safety, value and integrity resulting in customer satisfaction._

In addition to competitive wages, ENTREC offers a comprehensive benefits program and RSP matching plan.

Responsibilities:

• Inspecting trucks, trailers, and other heavy equipment for proper performance.
• Diagnosing faults using computerized testing equipment.
• Adjusting equipment and replacing faulty parts.
• Repairing damaged equipment parts.
• Cleaning, lubricating, and conducting routine services on heavy-duty and automotive vehicles.
• Repairing and servicing machine attachments.
• Performing major repair work when necessary.
• Driving to various job sites.
• Consulting with other Mechanics and Supervisor when needed.

Desired skills and Experience:

• Trade Certification as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic.

• 3 years experience as a Heavy Duty Mechanic or related role.

• Must have a Class 5 driver’s license and a CVIP license.
• Proven work experience with diesel or heavy equipment.
• Understanding of computer testing technologies.
• Ability to lift heavy machinery.
• Extensive knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic & electrical systems, and construction equipment.
• Ability to work after-hours if required.
• Good communication skills.

We encourage all who are qualified and interested to apply in confidence, however, only those in consideration will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time