Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technicians (3rd year Truck and Transport Apprentices, or 4th year Heavy Equipment Apprentices will be considered)

Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technicians and Apprentices

3rd year Truck and Transport Apprenticeship or 4th year Heavy Equipment Apprentices that have completed all educational requirements in their respective programs.

Join our team as a Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician or qualified Apprentice specializing in Transit Fleet Maintenance, where you'll diagnose, repair, and overhaul Transit vehicles in dynamic shop environments, ensuring optimal performance and safety for public transportation!

As a Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician specializing in Transit Fleet Maintenance, you will play an important role in inspecting, maintaining, and repairing a variety of Transit vehicles. You'll diagnose issues, test components, and execute installations and rebuilds as needed to ensure vehicles meet operational standards. The role involves working across different environments, from light repair service shops to heavy overhaul facilities, where you'll also maintain and service equipment essential to the maintenance process. Your expertise will contribute directly to the reliability and efficiency of public transit systems, supporting safe and effective transportation for communities.

Apprentices will receive specialized training and support from our Technical Trainers and Journeyperson mentors to achieve the expertise required to keep our fleet moving now and into the future with evolving fuel technologies.

What will you do?

• Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, minor and heavy duty repairs and overhaul work on all components, including engines, electrical controls and systems, power train, brakes, steering, suspension, transmissions, fueling and other systems
• Contribute to ongoing workflow processes by entering detailed data and information into a computerized fleet management system to record job times, work performed and maintenance history
• Follow approved methods and techniques as set out in the manufacturer's manual and shop and engineering instructions
• Work within the standard job times for routine work
• Perform basic and complex diagnosis of systems through the use of diagnostic scanning tools, computer software and traditional methods
• Lubricate vehicles and/or ensure lubrication is carried out as required
• Perform Commercial Vehicle Inspections (CVIP) and maintain credentials
• Complete major repair authorization forms, provincial certifications, Preventative Maintenance inspection sheets, and other required documentation
• Adhere to established Safe Work Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, and OH&S and Environmental standards and procedures

We offer career progression opportunities within Transit Fleet Maintenance including Heavy Equipment Foreperson, Controller, and Technical Trainer roles.

Qualifications

• Registered Alberta qualified apprentice, including the completion of the educational requirements as a 3rd year Truck & Transport Technician, or 4th year Heavy Equipment Technician (Off-Road must be completed)
• Registered Alberta Journeypersons: Two (2) years of experience in an operational/vehicle maintenance environment.

Assets

• AssetWorks M5 experience

Skills required for success

• Valid Alberta Industry and Trade Apprenticeship
• Ability to achieve credentials as a Certified Alberta Journeyperson in the trade of Heavy Duty Mechanic/Technician or Truck and Transport within the prescribed timeline
• Ability to maintain passing grades acquire the technical skills to progress in the program
• Team player with strong problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Adaptability to changing work environments and emerging technologies
• Capable of competently using vehicle diagnostic computer programs
• Ability to accurately enter data and information into a computer
• Able to understand, communicate, read and write English at a level needed to meet job-related task and safety requirements
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and OH&S safety precautions applicable to the trade
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment

• Valid Class 3 Alberta Operator's Licence with Air Brake endorsement; must have the ability to obtain and maintain as a condition of employment; Class 5 Licence with the ability to upgrade will be considered
• Maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Provincial Highway Inspection Certificate (CVIP) upon achieving Journeyperson status
• Ability to physically perform the duties and wear the PPE as required
• Capable of passing a job-related physical abilities evaluation (includes lifting 75 pounds) and a City medical examination

Work Environment

• Environmental conditions may include: heat, cold, wet, dust, noise, heights, exposure to mechanical and/or electrical hazards

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Up to 4 permanent full-time positions

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week. Ability to work a variety of shifts on a 24/7 shift cycle, must be available to work nights and weekends.

Salary Range

• Apprentice: $34.860 - $44.817 (Hourly); $72,787.680 - $93,577.900 (Annually)
• Journeyperson: $49.797 (Hourly); $103,976.140 (Annually)

Salary ranges are in the process of being updated in accordance with the recently ratified collective agreement between the City and ATU569 and will be forthcoming shortly.

Recruitment Consultant: NC/SO

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

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Classification Title: Heavy Equipment Technician
Posting Date: Nov 13, 2026
Closing Date: Ongoing
Number of Openings (up to): 4 - Permanent Full-time
Union: ATU 569
Department: City Operations
Work Location(s): Various Transit Garages Edmonton (City Wide)