Who We AreVanderwell is an Alberta, family-owned company operating in northern Alberta for more than 80 years. We have modern sawmill, planer mill, and pellet mill facilities, which produce dimensional lumber, wood pellets, shavings, and chips for wholesale customers.We’re a major employer in the local region, we have more than 160 employees working throughout the operation -- mill production, sales & shipping, woodlands, truck and mobile equipment shops, and administration. Contract and part-time employees are also employed in maintenance, transportation, and seasonal activitiesWhat We OfferVanderwell offers stable, long-term employment which provides our employees with a good standard of living. We offer competitive wages with a full benefits plan, as well as optional RSP plans.The OpportunityWe are currently looking to hire a Heavy Duty Technician for our manufacturing facilities in Slave Lake, Alberta.Job duties include:
Repairs and maintains mobile equipment
Operates mobile equipment for testing and transportation purposes
Operates a service truck at various yard locations as required
Organizes parts and maintains inventory levels
Completes required paperwork including work orders, maintenance records, and safety documents
Cleans work areas
Working Conditions:
Exposed to noise, dust, falling debris, moving machinery, weather extremes, slipping/tripping hazards and working at heights
Excellent shop conditions with occasional outdoor, emergency breakdowns
Lifting heavy, awkward objects and climbing on equipment is frequently required
Required use of PPE appropriate for the task and working conditions
Must Haves:
A solid work ethic, be eager to learn, and be a team player
Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician certificate
Experience repairing and maintaining heavy mobile equipment: Caterpillar, Taylor, etc.
5+ years of related experience
Class 5 Driver’s licence
Desire to work overtime as needed
Proficient written and verbal communication skills
If this position sounds like a fit for you, please apply directly through the portal.We thank all candidates for their interest; only candidates selected to advance in our recruitment process will be contacted.