Join to apply for the Heavy Duty Mechanic role at West Coast Reduction Ltd.
2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Join to apply for the Heavy Duty Mechanic role at West Coast Reduction Ltd.
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
1930 121 Ave NE, Edmonton, AB T6S 1B1, Canada Req #473
Thursday, April 10, 2025
West Coast Reduction Ltd. - Nothing Left Behind* . At West Coast Reduction, nothing is important to us. Because when there's nothing left -- that is when we've done our job. We collect food waste and by-products from food producers, like farms, restaurants, bakeries and even supermarkets, transforming them into ingredients used in animal feed, renewable energy and thousands of other products we use every day. Our efforts contribute to a sustainable local food supply, and help us all live in cleaner and healthier communities. Visit our Company website at www.wcrl.com to learn more.
Based at our Edmonton plant location, the Heavy Duty Mechanic is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing and performing preventative maintenance servicing on commercial transport vehicles. Reviewing work orders and evaluating repairs are also important tasks of the role. HD Mechanics also provide performance evaluations, mentorship, and supervision to HD Mechanical Apprentices.
Your own transportation to the workplace is required due to lack of public transportation available. The Edmonton Plant is located just north of Sherwood Park. As a part of West Coast Reduction Ltd.'s hiring process, we request applicants to complete a background check for employment purposes.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
- Build a stable career with a reputable, family-owned company of more than 450 employees
- Continuous training and development available
- Full compensation package provided to full-time employees (including extended health benefits)
- Generous RRSP matching for employee contributions after 1 year
Responsibilities
- Inspect motors in operation, road test vehicles, and test automotive systems and components using computerized diagnostic and other testing devices to diagnose and isolate faults
- Diagnose faults or malfunctions on all preventative maintenance services
- Adjust, repair, or replace parts and components of commercial transport truck systems including chassis, frame, cab, body, engine and drive train, air brakes, steering, and fuel, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems using other hand tools/equipment
- Review and discuss work orders with supervisors, and signing off repairs performed
- Perform scheduled maintenance service, such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune ups
- Operate engines such as International Max Force, Paccar, Cummins, etc.
- Work with equipment such as skid-steers, vacuum pumps, hydraulics, and fork loaders
- Perform shift work based on company business needs which evolve and change in response to customer demands
- Work overtime as instructed to ensure minimal downtime of facilities as per Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Adhere to the company Code of Conduct and all West Coast Reduction Ltd. Policies
- Foster a positive team and company culture by ensuring treatment of others is respectful and aligned with company values
- Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor
The Ideal Candidate
- Possession of a valid Alberta Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic Certificate or an interprovincial Heavy Duty Mechanic Red Seal Certification
- Possession of a valid Alberta Commercial Vehicle Safety Inspection License required
- Valid Class 1 Driver's License with air brake endorsement an asset
- 3 years of experience in commercial fleet vehicle repairs or similar environment or industry an asset
- Ability to read or interpret diagrams, schematic drawings and manuals to determine work procedures
- Ability to frequently move, carry, lift, push and pull equipment up to 50 lbs without assistance and occasionally greater with assistance
- Perform repetitive motions including bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing and reaching overhead above the shoulders daily
- Adaptable to adverse conditions including confined space, heights, cold weather, odours and animal by-products
INTERESTED CANDIDATES ARE INVITED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION TO THE "APPLY NOW" LINK BELOW.
Other details
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Services for Renewable Energy
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at West Coast Reduction Ltd. by 2x
Get notified about new Heavy Equipment Mechanic jobs in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Component Rebuild Heavy Equipment Technician (Heavy Duty Mechanic) -- Off Road (Journeyperson)
Heavy Equipment Technician - Material Handling
Heavy Duty Mechanic - Truck \& Trailer Technician
Heavy Duty Mechanic Truck and Trailer Technician
Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic - Truck \& Trailer
Field Technician (Heavy Equipment or Automotive)
Heavy Duty Mechanic - Truck \& Trailer Technician
Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada 5 days ago
Used Parts Heavy Equipment Technician - (Villeneuve, AB) Used Parts Division
Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic - Truck \& Trailer
Field Technician (Heavy Equipment or Automotive)
Truck and Coach Mechanic - Weekday Afternoons $5000 Signing Bonus
Parkland County, Alberta, Canada 1 week ago
Heavy Duty Technician - Truck \& Trailer - Night Shift
journeyman/woman heavy-duty equipment mechanic
Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technicians (3rd year Truck and Transport Apprentices, or 4th year Heavy Equipment Apprentices will be considered) - 50037
We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
