Heavy Duty Mechanic

Walker Industries

  • Niagara Falls, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Category: Hourly JobsJob Description:Working at WalkerAt Walker, your contribution matters. Become part of a team you can count on and where your health and safety are our priority. Our team of more than 1200 people work in environmental waste management and recovery, renewable energy, paving and construction, aggregates, and emulsions chemistries. We are a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operating from our base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We care about the environment, each other, and our neighbours, and give back to our communities. Join us on our journey to build a sustainable future, together.About the JobAre you ready to put your mechanical skills to work in a dynamic, hands-on environment where your contributions truly matter? We're seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic at our Walker Compost Facility in Niagara Falls, ON to help keep the critical machinery that powers our environmental solutions in top shape. If you're passionate about equipment maintenance and looking to build your career in a supportive, safety-first workplace, we want to hear from you! This is a full time position, reporting to the Maintenance Manager.What You'll Be Doing
  • Maintain and repair equipment such as screeners, grinders, and loaders to keep them running smoothly and efficiently.
  • Follow a structured preventative maintenance program to avoid costly breakdowns and extend equipment life.
  • Troubleshoot and repair equipment based on manufacturer's specifications.
  • Use hand and power tools to replace defective components, and even design, weld, and manufacture custom parts as needed.
  • Make quick decisions and exercise good judgment to determine which repairs are urgent and which can wait.
Here's What You Need
  • Experienced or licensed heavy-duty equipment technician (421A).
  • Licensed 310T is an asset, but don't worry-we're open to those looking to expand their skills!
  • Bonus points if you have welding experience or a welding license.
  • Communication and collaboration are key, working with others and keeping everything on track is essential.
  • We live by safety protocols to ensure everyone stays safe, so your commitment to following them is crucial.
  • Must be able to work both in a Shop environment as well as in the field & possibly Field Service.
What's in it for you
  • You become part of a team you can count on
  • A comprehensive total rewards package and benefits to support your wellbeing
  • Leaders who support your growth and success
  • A workplace that provides the best health & safety practices in industry
  • Give back to your community with two paid volunteer days annually and opportunities to become involved in events
At Walker, your contribution matters. If you share our commitment to giving back to your community and caring about the environment we'd love to hear from you. Our workplaces strive to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all ethnicities, race, religions, gender identities and expression, Indigenous communities, and persons with disabilities.Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please let us know when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Walker Industries