Heavy Equipment Technician, Road Service at Federal Signal Corporation

Calgary, Alberta

About The Role

We are looking for a skilled, reliable, and safety-conscious Heavy Equipment Technician to join our team. In this role, you will perform mechanical repairs, hydraulic and electrical diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and inspections on a variety of heavy equipment represented by JJE. The successful candidate is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and committed to delivering high-quality repairs in a timely and efficient manner. You will work closely with the Service Writer, Parts team, Lead Hand, and Service Manager to ensure seamless operations while traveling between branches, client sites, and worksites as required.

What You’ll Do

• Perform mechanical repairs on a variety of heavy equipment represented by JJE
• Perform hydraulic and electrical diagnostics
• Conduct repairs in a timely and effective manner, communicating effectively with the Service Writer and Parts team to ensure optimal efficiency
• Conduct regular preventative maintenance tasks and inspections
• Communicate with Lead Hand and/or Service Manager regarding job progress and job status changes
• Regular travel throughout Calgary region and surrounding areas is required

Total Rewards

• Competitive wage, based on experience
• $2.00/hour Premium for Road Technician
• Signing Bonus up to $2500
• Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonuses – up to $1,500
• Training Bonuses – up to $3,000 for Manufacturer & Technician Training
• Annual Wage Review
• Group Benefits that are 100% paid for by the Company – inclusive of Health, Dental, Life, Disability and Travel coverage
• Vacation & Paid Personal days
• Employer Matching Retirement Savings Plan

Position Details

Location – Calgary, Alberta

Status - Permanent

Position Type – Hourly position

Schedule - Monday-Friday - occasional extended hours may be required based on operational needs.

Vacancy Type - Existing vacancy

What You Bring

• Licensed heavy duty, on-off road mechanic – Journeyperson
• 3+ years of experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems
• Positive attitude, safety-first mindset, and a team-oriented approach
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with a clean abstract

Work Environment

• Shop, Warehouse, Yard, Road environment
• Frequent exposure to noise, dust and dirt

Who We Are

Joe Johnson Equipment (JJE) is a leading distributor of public works equipment across Canada and the U.S. We support municipalities and contractors with equipment such as vacuum trucks, refuse and recycling vehicles, street sweepers, and sewer inspection systems.

Our Core Values: Leadership, Customer Excellence, Integrity, Inspiration, Teamwork, Innovation, and Ambition

We are a proud subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation.

Apply Today

If you are looking for a new opportunity, then we at Joe Johnson Equipment welcome your application and are committed to employment equity and encouraging applications from all qualified candidates, however only those who are being considered for the position will be contacted.

Accommodation is available upon request throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws.