Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician

If you are Red Seal certified, have proven experience—particularly with G3600 engines—and are ready to make an immediate impact in the field, we want to hear from you.

Position Title: Heavy Equipment Technician
Location: Fort St John, BC
Schedule: 14 days on, 14 days off
Shifts: 12 hour/days
Wage: $58.96/hr plus 5% Regional Wage Allowance ($2.95/hour -total hourly rate with allowance = $61.91/hour)
Permanent, Unionized employment opportunity
Red Seal Certification: Heavy Equipment Technician or Electrician or Millwright
Previous experience is required in a relatable field is required
Specific PPE: Requires respirator mask
You are legally permitted to work Fulltime in British Columbia

Advantages
Competitive wage: $58.96/hr + 5% Regional Wage Allowance ($2.95/hour -total hourly rate with allowance = $61.91/hour)
Work-life balance with 14x14 rotation
Opportunities for growth and development
Strong safety-first culture
Unionized position with benefits governed by a collective agreement
Defined contribution pension plan, Employee Share purchase plan, Both with employer match

Responsibilities
Troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul natural gas and diesel engines, compressors, and generators
Perform field maintenance and diagnostics
Ensure safety standards are followed on-site
Communicate effectively with customers and internal teams
Handle various related field duties as required

Qualifications
Red Seal Certification (Heavy Equipment Technician, Electrician, or Millwright)
Proven field experience with gas compression equipment, especially G3600 A4
Strong mechanical, troubleshooting, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently, often in remote locations
Commissioning experience is an asset
You will be fit-tested and able to wear a respirator (position requires the use of a respirator; proper facial fit (e.g., no beards at seal line) is necessary)
Experience with non-CAT equipment (e.g., Waukesha, Ariel, Cummins) is considered an asset
Commitment to safety and excellent communication skills


Physical and Working Conditions
Field-based position working in remote or outdoor environments, including gas plants, well sites, and industrial facilities
Exposure to varying weather conditions (cold, heat, snow, rain) year-round
Physically demanding role requiring lifting, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in confined spaces
Extended periods of standing and operating tools or equipment
May involve working at heights or in noisy environments
14x14 continuous shift rotation, including day and night shifts as required
Travel to and from work sites, sometimes by road or air, with overnight stays as needed
Work is performed in alignment with strict safety and operational protocols


Union Membership:
This position is part of a unionized workforce. Successful candidates will be required to join the applicable union upon hire, with dues deducted from payroll.
Employment terms and conditions are governed by the collective agreement.

Summary
If you have the skills/qualifications detailed above we would love to connect further.
Send your updated resume directly to nadleen.prasad@randstad.ca
Please ensure to state the job role in the email subject line.

While all applications are appreciated, only qualified candidates already in the British Columbia area will be considered and contacted.

For more opportunities with us, please visit the link below
https://www.randstad.ca/job-seeker/explore-sectors/

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