Part-Time Heavy Duty Diesel Equipment Mechanic
- Waterloo, ON, Canada
On-site
Part-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Part-time
- Workplace
- On-site
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Markstone Landscaping is a full-service, year-round landscaping company specializing in construction, maintenance, and snow operations across the GTA. With a reputation for quality and reliability, we take pride in building and maintaining outdoor spaces for residential, commercial, and municipal clients. Our commitment to safety, efficiency, and professional standards makes us a leader in the industry.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Fleet Manager, this position is responsible for the maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of vehicles, trailers, and equipment within our fleet. This role is key to keeping our fleet in safe, reliable, and compliant operating condition, supporting smooth day-to-day operations across construction and snow season. The ideal candidate brings strong mechanical skills, attention to detail, and experience maintaining fleet or heavy equipment in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Fleet & Equipment Maintenance
- Perform maintenance and repair of heavy equipment, trucks, and fleet assets
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and complete mechanical repairs as required
- Support seasonal fleet readiness for snow operations and peak construction periods
Preventive Maintenance
- Carry out scheduled preventive maintenance to reduce downtime
- Monitor equipment condition and flag repairs or replacements as needed
- Support equipment lifecycle tracking
Systems & Reporting
- Complete and close work orders using eMaint
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspections, and compliance documentation
Safety & Compliance
- Follow safety standards, manufacturer requirements, and regulatory obligations
- Support inspections, audits, and corrective actions as required
Qualifications
- Certified mechanic or equivalent hands-on mechanical experience (landscaping, construction, or heavy equipment preferred)
- Experience with truck/trailer and heavy equipment maintenance and repair
- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range based on experience
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within a fast-growing company
- Supportive, team-oriented workplace environment
Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Dental care, Vision care, Paid time off, On-site parking Work Location: In person – Burlington, ON
More about this job
Responsibilities
The mechanic at Markstone Landscaping will maintain and repair heavy equipment, trucks and trailers, and carry out scheduled preventive maintenance. They will diagnose faults, keep compliance records and close work orders.
Requirements
Markstone Landscaping needs a certified mechanic or someone with equivalent hands-on experience, ideally with heavy equipment, trucks or trailers. Candidates need strong diagnostic, problem-solving and communication skills.
Skills
- eMaint
- Heavy equipment repair
- Truck and trailer maintenance
- Diesel engine diagnostics
- Preventive maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Maintenance record keeping
- Work order management
- Safety compliance
- Equipment lifecycle tracking
Benefits
- Dental care
- Vision care
- Paid time off
- On-site parking
- Growth and advancement opportunities
Categories
- Trades
- Transportation
- Manufacturing
Keywords
- heavy duty diesel mechanic
- diesel mechanic
- heavy equipment mechanic
- fleet maintenance
- truck mechanic
- trailer repair
- preventive maintenance
- landscaping equipment
- snow removal equipment
- eMaint
- work orders
- fleet mechanic
- construction equipment
- Burlington
- part-time
Perks
- Generous paid time off
- Transit support
Tools
- eMaint