CAPSTAN Hauling, a diversified, trucking company is hiring full-time Heavy-Duty Mechanics (Journeyman and/or Apprentices), to join its team in Grande Prairie, Alberta.
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/Red Seal as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic or in a registered trade program.
- 2 or more years of experience as a Heavy-Duty Mechanic or a similar role.
- Must have a Class 5 driver's license.
- Preference will be given to candidates with 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.
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
We encourage all who are qualified and interested to apply in confidence; however, only those in consideration will be contacted.