Heavy Duty Mechanic (Maintenance & Trades)

Full Time

  West Fraser Timber Co Ltd

  70 Mile House, British Columbia, Canada

West Fraser is a leading diversified North American forest products company, listed on the TSX and recognized for the fifth time, as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers. West Fraser believes strongly in promoting from within. We are looking for an individual interested in a long-term career with us. We offer an excellent compensation package including a competitive salary, excellent benefits, an outstanding pension plan and relocation package.

Are you interested in working for a company that offers both a challenging work environment and a rewarding career path? Our Chasm Sawmill division has an opening for a fully certified:

Heavy Duty Mechanic

This position offers a challenging, diverse and exciting opportunity to become part of our team. Job duties will fall within our Mobile Shop department. This position requires an individual who will perform a variety of tasks related to the safe and efficient application of the technical skills and knowledge of a Heavy Duty Mechanic. Duties involve the repair and maintenance of industrial equipment such as: Log loaders, Wheel Loaders, Forklifts and other mobile equipment used in the manufacture of lumber. Continually ensuring the quality and standards of service to safety and production must be maintained.

Our ideal candidate must possess:

  • A valid Inter-Provincial or Provincial Journeyperson mechanic certification
  • Ability to read manuals and schematics
  • Knowledge of Hydraulics
  • Commitment to working safely and creating a safe work place
  • Ability to work independently with little supervision
  • Organizational and planning skills
  • Flexible schedule in order to work day, evening and weekend shifts

 Considered a strong asset:

  • Experience working in a fleet shop
  • Cummins and Cat engine experience
  • Strong Electrical back ground

 Located 15 minutes south of Chasm Sawmills, Clinton is a growing, family-friendly community located in the South Cariboo. Situated approximately 1.5 hours northwest of Kamloops B.C. both Clinton and surrounding area offer excellent year round recreational activities with abundant fishing opportunities and a ranching lifestyle.