Heavy Duty Mechanic

GFL Environmental is looking for a Certified Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our team in Fort St John, BC!

At GFL, Heavy Duty Mechanics play a crucial role in keeping local neighborhoods clean and safe, by ensuring our trucks and motorized equipment are up and running smoothly. Whether rebuilding, repairing, or performing maintenance on our fleet of equipment, Mechanics are essential to our business—and quickly become our Drivers’ favorite people. Teamwork makes the dream work!

Why Join TEAM GREEN

• Extended Health, Dental and Vision
• RRSP and DPSP options for future financial security
• Paid holidays, 10 days of paid time off per year
  
  

Other Perks: Including but not limited to:

• Tool Allowance for the purchase, maintenance and replacement of necessary tools
• Shift differentials with premiums for 2nd and 3rd shifts
• Premiums paid for certain certifications
• Monthly training with third-party vendors
• Promotion opportunities fostered by an active Succession Planning program
• Cross Training opportunities
  
  

A Day in the Life* of a Mechanic:

• Maintenance or repairs of diesel, CNG, gas and electrically operated trucks as well as associated heavy duty equipment
• Using various power tools, hand instruments and cutting-edge equipment
• Completing daily reports, work orders and ordering necessary parts
• Planning and scheduling repairs in M5 planner and procure parts
• Assisting in the review of mechanical write-ups and coordinate repair schedule
  
  

What’s Required

Mechanics must have:

• Completion of a recognized Heavy Duty Mechanic apprenticeship program and current certification as a Red Seal or B.C. Journeyperson.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license; ability to operate heavy-duty vehicles safely.
• Proven experience in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy-duty trucks and equipment, with strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Relevant criteria for safety-sensitive functions according to Company standards
• Exert physical effort including pushing, pulling, bending and lifting items up to 100 lbs.
  
  

Other Advantages To Working At GFL

• A network of 20,000+ employees across North America
• Diverse career pathways and internal growth opportunities
• Increased sustainability of your community, through the Full Circle Project