Heavy-Duty Mechanic

Chu Cho Industries LP. (CCI) is a resource and heavy construction company that works primarily within the forestry, mining, and transportation industries. CCI specializes in timber harvesting, transportation, resource road construction, road maintenance and operation of resource camps. CCI is based in Mackenzie BC and most work is completed within the Mackenzie/Williston Lake area

Position Summary

A Heavy-Duty Field Mechanic is required to perform skilled tasks in the mechanical repair and maintenance of heavy equipment including bunchers, processors, skidders, haul trucks, earth moving, and related construction equipment.

Core Competencies

• Time Management
• Creative and Innovative Thinking
• Trouble Shooting and Diagnostics
• Problem Solving
• Accountability and Dependability
• Planning and Organizing
• Teamwork

Job Duties

• Inspect, repair, and adjust Caterpillar, John Deere, and other heavy off-road equipment.
• Perform incidental welding operations on equipment.
• Adhere to workplace and site safety policies, regulations, and compliances.
• Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents/injuries in a timely manner to the supervisor to facilitate prompt correction or reporting.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
• Diagnose defects in heavy-duty equipment.
• Perform mechanical repairs on equipment in a remote field situation when required.
• Electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Accurate completion of work orders
• Repair cooling and lubrication systems
• Repair mechanical transmissions, drivetrains, and final drives.
• Repair cable-operated working attachments, winches, compressors, pumps, electric generators, etc.
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance
• Clean, lubricate, and perform other maintenance work
• Keep detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation
• Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology and repair techniques
• Mechanical repair work as required

Requirements

• Appropriate credentials and certifications
• 3 years’ experience as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Possess a minimum valid class 5 driver’s license
• Proven mechanical abilities in hydraulics and electrical, including schematics and diagnostics
• Ability to work independently in a busy environment
• Experience with routine maintenance operations
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Able to work well under pressure
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally
• Computer literate

Work Conditions

• Remote camp accommodations 10/4
• Travel to off-site locations is required
• Summer and Winter outside working conditions
• Hazards associated with the trade