Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic

About the Company:

John Ross & Sons Ltd. Is a fifth generation, family owned, scrap metal recycler. The company is the largest metal recycler in Atlantic Canada and has been in operation for over 80 years. John Ross & Sons Ltd. Specializes in purchasing and processing all ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals, along with accepting a wide range of recyclable material to process.

We are currently seeking an energetic Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our team at our Goodwood facility!

What We Offer:

• Free Parking

• Health, Dental and Vision benefits

• RRSP match

• Bonus Program

• PPE provided / Safety Boot Allowance

• $30/hr - $38/hr depending on experience

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Ensure all of our equipment and machinery (container tippers, excavators, material handlers, loaders, skid steers, shunt trucks and container chassis)  is maintained and operational .

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical problems across a wide variety of heavy equipment used in scrap metal processing.

• Perform preventive maintenance services and major rebuilds following manufacturer guidelines and yard procedures.

• Assist with welding and fabrication to repair buckets, grapples, and other attachments.

• Assist in managing inventory levels to minimize downtime.

• Keep accurate records of maintenance tasks, parts used and equipment hours in a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the maintenance department.

• Maintain a clean and tidy work area and assist with general housekeeping in the maintenance shop.

• Maintain compliance with safety regulations and environmental policies.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic or equivalent certification with broad heavy equipment experience.

• Broad mechanical aptitude across hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and diesel systems

• Ability to read hydraulic and electrical schematics and use diagnostic tools effectively.

• Strong troubleshooting skills and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Proficiency with MaintainX or similar maintenance software

• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

• Reliable transportation to our facility; the site is not accessible by public transportation.

Schedule: Monday-Friday from 7:00am-5:00pm and Saturdays from 7am-12pm as needed

Payrate: $30/hr - $38/hr depending on experience

*This role is not accessible by public transportation and will require other means of reliable transportation to get to and from work*

*Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.*

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