Heavy Duty Mechanic or Apprentice at AFD Petroleum Ltd. – Whitehorse, Yukon

****We are accepting the apprentices as well****

Job Summary:

As the Shop Heavy-Duty Mechanic, you are responsible for performing skilled tasks in the mechanical repair and maintenance of our company fleet. Working remotely and independently, you will have the ability to troubleshoot major and minor mechanical problems. Work assignments will be received in the form of oral or written work orders, but you are expected to determine the nature and extent of needed repairs. Primarily, you work with the Fleet Maintenance & Asset Management, shop staff, and dispatch with little direct daily supervision.

Your Schedule:

• Our mechanics are on Monday- Friday (8:00 am-4:30 pm) (on call required)

Why AFD:

• Great health and insurance benefits – medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, AD&D – because we believe in taking care of yourself.
• Discount on fuel and safety boot reimbursement program.
• Educational assistance.
• Career development.
• Paid orientation & training.
• Personal/Sick Paid Days and lunch & learn every month.

What you will do day-to-day:

• Diagnose defects in the fleet and provide service for the company fleet.
• Provide routine maintenance as well as possible engine overhauls.
• Check equipment for proper performance and inspect equipment to detect faults/ malfunctions.
• Repair and adjust hydraulic pumps, safety valves, and any other mechanical components. Electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Diagnose any faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine the extent of repair that is required.
• Inspect, repair, and adjust gasoline and diesel-powered units.
• Perform incidental welding operations on equipment. (If qualified)
• Adhere to workplace safety policies, regulations, and compliance.
• Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents/injuries on time 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 customer service.
• Perform mechanical repairs on equipment in the shop and on road calls when required.
• Operate automotive servicing equipment.
• Installation of new and added-on equipment and accurate completion of work orders and time sheets.
• Repair cooling and lubrication systems, repair mechanical transmissions, drivetrains, and final drives.
• Repair cable-operated working attachments, winches, compressors, pumps, electric generators, test repaired equipment for proper performance, etc.
• Clean, lubricate, and perform other maintenance work, and instruct and assist apprentices.
• Keep detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation.
• Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology and repair techniques.
• Maintain a clean working environment and good housekeeping practices.
• Work away from home in other AFD branches at times if requested.
• Other related duties as required or assigned.

What you need to succeed:

• 3+ years’ experience as a Journeyperson Heavy-Duty Mechanic.
• 5-year clean driver’s abstract required.
• Red Seal Journeyperson Heavy-Duty Mechanic Certification required.
• A High School Diploma or GED is an asset.
• Must have basic own tools.
• B620 experience is an asset.
• A CVIP license is an asset.

Highly Valued Additional Experience/Skills/Education:

• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, and e-mail.

As part of the interview process, if an offer is extended, it will be contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including a criminal record check, drug test, 50 lbs. fitness test, and medical testing, and employment reference verification.

At AFD, our corporate culture reflects our ongoing commitment to both our customers and our people. We believe that people are our greatest asset, and as such, we promote a safe and friendly workplace, encouraging open communication, teamwork, and personal growth. Our team is essential for our success now and in the future.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, we will communicate only with selected candidates.