Job Description

Subsidiary: Colas Western Canada Inc.10130 xe2x80x93 21 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T6P 1W7 Telephone: (780) 467-7701E Construction, a division of NPA is one of Western Canadaxe2x80x99s largest paving contractors, with over 700 employees helping us provide our products and services throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories. Our equipment fleet and shops are among the most modern in our business. We take pride in our employees and place a high-value on establishing a workplace where people are challenged and respected every day.SummaryAre you looking for a new opportunity with a reputable company? We are expanding our team in Fort McMurray, AB and now hiring for 3rd or 4th Apprentice and/or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanics!E Construction offers a permanent, year round opportunity in Alberta's fast paced road construction industry. Technicians perform a variety of repairs on both on and off highway equipment and do everything from troubleshooting equipment in the field to rebuilding major components in the shop.Key Responsibilities

• Safely troubleshoot and perform maintenance on a wide variety of road construction equipment. Our equipment line includes highway trucks and trailers, asphalt paving equipment, loaders, skidsteers, graders, excavators, dozers, backhoes, power generators, vibratory compactors, mobile asphalt plants and more.
• Ensure our equipment is following a preventative maintenance schedule and to maintain accurate records of work performed.
• Participate in company safety meetings and company initiatives.
• This is a shop position, but opportunity for occasional field work may be required.
• Must ensure a solid understanding of, and comply with the principles of the company's Code of Ethics.
• Must examine situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics.
• Other mechanic and shop duties as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred
• Must have a Heavy Equipment Technician Certificate or be registered as a 3rd or 4th year apprentice.
• Must have a valid Alberta drivers license.
• CVIP license is an asset.

Working Conditions

• Schedule built to suit either local or out of town workers. Overtime is paid in accordance with applicable employment standards legislation.
• Travel to remote locations may be required occasionally. Accommodations and Live Out Allowance is applicable in most situations.
• Work is performed in a mix of shop and field settings which could include exposure to inclement weather, heat and humidity, dust, asphalt and fumes in addition to sitting, kneeling or standing for periods of time.
• Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 LBS on a regular basis.
• Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required.
• Use of sunscreen, long sleeves, and appropriate headgear is recommended.
• Must comply with the company's drug and alcohol testing requirements.

What's In It For You?We are pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive and competitive wage, accommodations and live out allowance as applicable, extended health benefits with STD and LTD, company matching RRSP plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, and more!If this sounds like an exciting opportunity you would enjoy, hit the apply now button below!E Construction is pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive wage, comprehensive benefits, including a pension plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, and more.We thank all candidates for their interest in a position with E Construction, however only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted.

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