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Posted 17 days ago

Certified Heavy Duty Mechanic

@ Canfor

Prince George, British Columbia

$50.10/hr
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Overview

Canfor is hiring a Certified Heavy Duty Mechanic for its Prince George, BC sawmill, full-time and permanent. The role keeps mobile and heavy equipment running through preventative maintenance, diagnostics and complex repairs. The posting states an hourly base rate of $50.10, plus overtime and shift coverage as required.

Pay:

$50.10 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain, diagnose and repair heavy-duty mobile equipment
  • Perform preventative maintenance, inspections and component replacements
  • Follow safety standards and lockout procedures
  • Complete work orders, maintenance records and parts requests
  • Recommend reliability improvements for recurring issues

Requirements summary:

  • Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Technician or Certificate of Qualification
  • Experience repairing heavy-duty mobile equipment
  • Strong troubleshooting of diesel, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems
  • Valid driver's licence
  • Commitment to safety in a mill environment
  • Sawmill or heavy industrial experience considered an asset

Tools & skills

Source and dates

Employer career site / ATS feed · successfactors

Employer posting date
2026-10-20
First seen by our source
2026-10-21
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleovertime
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Warehouse
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
Licences & certificationsRed Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Certificate of Qualification, Valid driver's licence
Driver’s licencerequired
Background checkscriminal record
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Wellness

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Canfor

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Full company description

Canfor is a world leading manufacturer of wood products like lumber for building houses and construction, pulp and paper, wood pellets and green energy. We have a history dating back to 1938 in Western Canada and have grown into a successful global company with people, customers, operations and sales offices around the world.

LinkedIn followers
40,145
People associated on LinkedIn
2,627
Reported office locations
  • 100–1700 West 75th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6P 6G2, CA
  • 5162 Northwood Pulp Mill Road, PO Box 9000, Prince George, BC V2L 4W2, CA
  • 3700 Clay Pond Road, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29579, US
  • 230 - 1700 West 75th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6P 6G2, US
Business categories
  • Green Building
  • Manufacturing
  • Green Consumer Goods
Other recorded names
  • Canfor
Specialties
  • Pulp Products
  • SPF Lumber
  • Green Energy
  • Southern Yellow Pine
  • Wood Products
  • Engineered Wood Products
  • and Lumber Products
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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Reported total investment
324,813,762

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

Canfor is a world leading manufacturer of wood products like lumber for building houses and construction, pulp and paper, wood pellets and green energy. We have a history dating back to 1938 in Western Canada and have grown into a successful global company with people, customers, operations and sales offices around the world.

FieldValue
IndustryPaper and Forest Product Manufacturing
Company size5,001-10,000 employees
HeadquartersVancouver, BC
Organization typePublic Company
Year founded1938
SpecialtiesPulp ProductsSPF LumberGreen EnergySouthern Yellow PineWood ProductsEngineered Wood Productsand Lumber Products
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Job description
Posting ID:30028
Position Type:Regular
City:Prince George, BC, Canada
Location: Prince George Sawmill

Working as a Heavy Duty Mechanic at our Prince George, BC sawmill, you’ll play a key role in keeping our mobile and heavy equipment operating safely and reliably. From preventative maintenance and diagnostics to complex repairs, you’ll use your technical expertise to support uptime, equipment reliability, and safe mill operations. If you’re a certified tradesperson who enjoys troubleshooting, working with heavy equipment, and being part of a hands-on maintenance team, this opportunity could be a great fit.

This is a full-time, permanent position based in Prince George, BC. The successful candidate must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

What you will do as a Heavy Duty Mechanic:

  • Maintain, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair heavy-duty mobile equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Use diagnostic tools, manuals, and technical knowledge to identify mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues and determine appropriate repairs.
  • Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, adjustments, and component replacements to support equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
  • Follow all company safety standards, regulatory requirements, lockout procedures, and safe work practices while working in an industrial environment.
  • Complete work orders, maintenance records, parts requests, and related documentation accurately and on time.
  • Support continuous improvement by identifying recurring equipment issues and recommending practical reliability improvements.
  • Work collaboratively with maintenance and operations to keep the sawmill running safely and efficiently.

For this role, come equipped with:

  • Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Technician certification or an Interprovincial/Provincial Certificate of Qualification; equivalent Canadian trade certification may be considered.
  • Previous experience maintaining and repairing heavy-duty mobile equipment in an industrial, forestry, mining, construction, transportation, or manufacturing environment.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills with practical knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, drivetrains, electrical systems, and computerized diagnostic tools.
  • A strong commitment to safety, including the ability to follow lockout procedures, safe work practices, and regulatory requirements in a mill environment.
  • A valid driver’s licence, the physical ability to perform the full scope of the role, and the flexibility to support overtime or shift coverage when required.
  • Experience in a sawmill, lumber manufacturing, or heavy industrial environment is considered an asset.

If you’re ready to put your skills to work in a safety-focused, team-oriented environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and grow your career with Canfor!

The hourly rate for this position is: $50.10

Please Note: The wage provided is for base pay only. In addition to wage, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features cash and non-cash programs such as employer paid group benefits, paid leave, retirement & saving options and health & well-being. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognized and acknowledged.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location. #CADH

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