Job Description

Posted on: Jan 6, 2026
Posted by: Starland County
Summary
Starland County is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a full-time permanent Heavy Duty Technician to play an important role in maintaining and supporting equipment and infrastructure.
The successful applicant will be required to work 40 to 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday, based on the time of year. The salary range for this position is $71,000 - $101,500. We offer a competitive benefits and pension package. In accordance with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is required prior to commencing employment as well as a drivers abstract to be completed.
If this opportunity is of interest to you, please forward your cover letter and resume to the address below. This employment opportunity will remain open until February 6, 2026, or until a suitable candidate is found. For additional information, including job description, please see our website at www.starlandcounty.com
Starland County
PO Box 249
Morrin, AB, T0J 2B0
Attention: Human Resources Coordinator
Email: hr-office@starlandcounty.com
Fax: 403.772.0015
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Key Responsibilities
The job duties will include but are not limited to the following:

• Constructs, installs, and repairs equipment and machinery
• Diagnoses equipment/vehicle problems and determines repairs needed
• Repairs overhauls, maintains and services diesel-and gas-powered vehicles, heavy trucks, heavy construction equipment, graders, dump trucks, and excavators
• Conducts routine inspections, troubleshoot mechanical issues and completes service reports
• Perform mechanical repairs to road calls for vehicles and equipment/machinery when required
• Keep detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation and accurate completion of work orders

Requirements
The successful candidate must be able to analyze, troubleshoot, dismantle, align, assemble, and adjust mechanical equipment and machinery to maintain in efficient operating condition. They will have their Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) certification and a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Heavy Duty Technician or be an apprentice in their final years of working towards their HET and be able to complete Commercial Vehicle Inspections.
The successful candidate must be physically capable of working in confined and awkward spaces as well effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Knowledge in inventory and inventory systems for parts management is considered an asset.

Skills Required