Heavy Duty Mechanic

About the role

GS Construction is looking for a Heavy Duty Mechanic to keep its commercial truck and trailer fleet road-ready. The role covers hands-on service, diagnostics and preventative maintenance for tandem trucks, equipment haulers, trailers, hydrovac units and water trucks, with support for off-road equipment as shop priorities require. It is a full-time, hands-on position based in the Acheson shop.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and repair commercial highway fleet vehicles, including Peterbilt and Kenworth tandem trucks, equipment haulers and trailers, covering air brakes, suspensions, wheel ends, driveline, lighting and electrical systems.
• Maintain and repair hydrovac and water truck units, including PTO drives, vacuum blowers, water pumps, spray systems and boiler systems.
• Prepare units for CVIP (commercial vehicle safety) inspections and keep the fleet inspection-ready year-round.
• Carry out preventative maintenance such as fluid changes, filter replacements and inspections.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical issues, and complete mechanical repairs including engine work and component replacement.
• Support maintenance of off-road equipment such as excavators, loaders and skid steers, and occasionally run a service truck to job sites.
• Identify parts and tools needed for jobs, record service activities and equipment status, and work with the shop team and lead mechanic to prioritize repairs.
• Follow company safety protocols and OH&S regulations.

Required profile

• Journeyperson Truck and Transport Mechanic or Heavy Equipment Technician certification required; Red Seal endorsement preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience maintaining commercial trucks and trailers; off-road equipment experience is an asset.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs, working under equipment and handling physically demanding tasks; occasional field service in all kinds of weather and extended hours during construction season.

Required skills

• Proficiency diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and air brake systems.
• Able to read and interpret service manuals and schematics.
• Authorized to perform CVIP inspections, or willing to work toward an inspection licence, is a strong asset.
• Class 1 or 3 licence with air brake (Q) endorsement and a valid Class 5 licence are assets.

What we offer

• Competitive wages including overtime, and eligibility for a year-end bonus.
• Full benefits without a waiting period.
• Training programs and professional development opportunities.
• Company-provided laptop/iPad and cell phone.