Heavy Equipment Mechanic
- Woodbridge, ON, Canada
$44 to $55 CAD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $44 to $55 CAD / hour
- Posting language
- English
Original job description
Heavy Equipment Mechanic – In-House / Shop
PERMANENT
Woodbridge, ON
$45/-$55/hr
ABOUT US
STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Manufacturing Operations and Technology. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.
THE ROLE
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join a well-established heavy equipment organization in Woodbridge, Ontario.
This is a hands-on, shop-based role responsible for diagnosing, repairing, inspecting, maintaining, and preparing heavy construction, paving, roadbuilding, municipal, and compacting equipment. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and heavy equipment repairs.
ADVANTAGES
- Hourly rate $44-$55/hr depending on experience
- Full-time permanent position
- Straight day shift Monday - Friday
- 100% paid benefits package (health, dental, vision) by employer
- 2 weeks of vacation to start
- Stable, shop-based environment
- Opportunity to work on specialized heavy equipment
- Long-term growth opportunity
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Diagnose and repair heavy equipment, paving equipment, compactors, rollers, pavers, and related machinery
- Troubleshoot diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, drivetrains, brakes, and steering
- Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, adjustments, and repairs
- Prepare equipment for customer delivery, rental, sale, demonstration, or return to service
- Complete warranty repairs, inspections, and pre-delivery inspections
- Identify required parts, repairs, and safety concerns
- Complete work orders, service reports, time entries, and inspection documentation
- Coordinate with the Service Manager and Parts Department to complete repairs efficiently
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop environment
- Follow all company safety procedures and equipment handling requirements
REQUIREMENTS
- Previous experience as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Shop Mechanic, or Field Service Technician
- 5 plus years of experience
- Strong experience with hydraulics, electrical diagnostics, diesel engines, and mechanical repairs
- Experience with paving, roadbuilding, municipal, construction, or compacting equipment is an asset
- 421A or 310T license is an asset; equivalent experience will be considered
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Comfortable using computers or service software for documentation
- Valid driver's license preferred
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More about this job
Responsibilities
The Heavy Equipment Mechanic at STRIVE Recruitment will repair and maintain heavy construction and paving machines in a shop, including diesel engines, hydraulics and electrical systems. The role also prepares equipment for customers, completes warranty work and keeps repair records.
Requirements
Candidates need 5+ years as a heavy equipment, diesel or shop mechanic, with strong hydraulics, electrical diagnostics and diesel repair skills. Experience with paving or compacting equipment, a 421A or 310T licence, and a valid driver's licence are assets.
Skills
- Diesel engine repair
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical diagnostics
- Drivetrain repair
- Brake and steering repair
- Troubleshooting
- Preventative maintenance
- Pre-delivery inspection
- Warranty repair
- Paving equipment
- Compactors and rollers
- Pavers
- Heavy equipment repair
- Service reports
- Work order documentation
- Service software
- Parts identification
- Safety procedures
- Mechanical repair
- Team collaboration
Benefits
- Health, dental and vision benefits
- Two weeks of vacation to start
- Long-term growth opportunity
Categories
- Manufacturing
- Transportation
- Construction
- Trades
Keywords
- Heavy Equipment Mechanic
- Diesel Mechanic
- Shop Mechanic
- Field Service Technician
- hydraulics
- electrical diagnostics
- diesel engines
- paving equipment
- compactors
- rollers
- pavers
- construction equipment
- roadbuilding
- municipal equipment
- warranty repairs
- preventative maintenance
- Woodbridge
- Ontario
- heavy equipment repair
- service manager
Seniority
Senior
Perks
- Generous paid time off
Licences and certifications
- 421A
- 310T
Tools
- diagnostic equipment
- service software
- hydraulic tools
- computers