Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic

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"People Moving Energy"

Hiring Journeyperson or Apprentices!

Branches Hiring: Grande Prairie, Alberta

Grande Prairie Branch: Housing accommodations are available for out-of-town applicants!
Cliffdale (Peace River) Branch: Full-Service Camp Rotation Work.
#WorkForPVT

Family Orientated
Competitive Wages
Referral Bonus Programs
Great Health Benefits
RRSP Matching
Multiple Shift Options
Scheduled Days Off
Career Progression Opportunities
Steady, Reliable Work
Safety-Focused Work Environment
Equal Opportunities
Housing Options Available
Travel Program Available
Rotation Camp Work Available
Fuel discount card
ABOUT PVT GROUP:

PVT is one of the largest privately owned energy service companies in Western Canada, serving a wide variety of oil and gas clients for nearly 20 years. PVT offers fluid, vac, and sand hauling services throughout Western Canada.

Our top-quality execution starts with our people. We take pride in having a team built on integrity and professionalism. The pride our team has coupled with industry-leading expertise ensures the highest quality service for clients. The team’s strong work ethic guarantees consistent and effective solutions to satisfy customer needs and sets PVT apart from competitors.

A MESSAGE FROM THE OWNER:

At PVT Group, we focus very heavily on company culture. We feel in order to set up our employees and company for success, we need to promote and sustain a working environment that is professional and inclusive for all. This philosophy has guided PVT this far very successfully and will lead us forward for years to come.

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The HD Mechanic is responsible for complying with all NSC regulations regarding this position, as well as Performance Vac & Tank Services Ltd.’s standard safety practices. The HD Mechanic will follow all Standard Work Procedures (SWP) at all times, and will discuss with management if not able to do so.

The HD Mechanic will be responsible for performing service and preventative maintenance on trucks and trailers. Other duties include replacement of defective parts, participating in inspections, and traveling to remote worksites to repair units. The HD Mechanic will be required to maintain paperwork as required by dispatch, the safety department and administration.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Interprets technical manuals, work orders, and writes service reports.
Keeps equipment cleaned, lubricated and maintained.
Performs preventative and service maintenance on trucks.
Monitors the safety and efficiency of equipment.
Diagnoses faults or malfunctions.
Adjusts equipment and repairs or replaces defective parts, components or systems.
Tests repaired equipment for proper performance and ensures that the work done meets manufacturers’ specifications and legislated requirements.
Performs physically demanding duties such as: heavy lifting, working underneath trucks, working in cramped or awkward positions, climbing on/off units & trailers, getting in/out of units, working long hours if required.
Provides guidance, training and coaching to apprentices or shop hands when necessary.
Maintains a customer focused approach.
Other job duties as required, as the above duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
QUALIFICATIONS:

Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician Certification (Red Seal) or Apprentice Mechanic.
2-5 years of directly related experience working on tractor trailer units, Kenworth experience an asset.
Oil field industry knowledge, as well as tank truck & fluid hauling experience & knowledge.
Valid safety certifications – Standard First Aid & H2S.
Good vision, hearing, and sense of smell, as well as physical strength & stamina.
The ability to think logically and keep up with changes in technology.
Strong communication skills and ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.
Ability to pass standard pre-employment testing including: fit for duty testing, drug & ******* screening, audiogram, and mask fit.
Basic computer skills.
CORE COMPETENCIES:

Customer Focus
Strong Communication
Positive Attitude
Energy & Ability to Handle Stress
Teamwork
Quality Orientation
Problem Solving
Accountability & Dependability
Operating Equipment
Condition of Equipment
Ethics & Integrity
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Housing accommodations available for out of town applicants
Will require travel to other branch locations as well as project sites that require the use of personal protective equipment such as steel toed boots, coveralls, safety glasses, hard hat and mandatory hearing protection.
Able to occasionally lift items as heavy as 50 lbs.
Will be exposed to a variety of conditions and job scopes.
Sitting or standing as needed, as well as walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day.
Some physical labour required.
Reaching above shoulder height or below the waist as well as some lifting as required.
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

This is a full-time hourly position. Shift Work. Day and Night Shift Required. Overtime hours after 8 hours/day, may be required on an as needed basis, as well as rotational on-call responsibilities.
Work remotely

No
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

Overtime pay
Benefits:

Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
RRSP match
Vision care
Schedule:

10 hour shift
12 hour shift
On call
Overtime
Ability to commute/relocate:

Grande Prairie, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Which branch would you prefer? Grande Prairie or Cliffdale?
Are you a Journeyperson or Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic?
Work Location: In person

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Alberta
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