First seen by our source: 27 days ago
Heavy Duty Mechanic
@ Colas
Terrace, British Columbia
Overview
Colas, through its Terus Construction division, is hiring a Heavy Duty Mechanic in Terrace or Kitimat, BC, to maintain and repair construction and highway equipment in the shop and in the field. The role requires a Red Seal certification, at least four years of shop experience and two years working on construction equipment. The anticipated wage is a minimum of $47.00 per hour, with overtime during the busy season from April to October.
Pay:
From $47 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Repair and maintain construction equipment as directed by the shop foreman
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electric and electronic malfunctions
- Weld, cut and fabricate metal parts and tools
- Load, unload and haul materials on job sites
- Follow safety and incident reporting procedures
Requirements summary:
- Red Seal certification or fourth-year apprentice
- Four years minimum shop experience
- Two years minimum as a construction equipment mechanic
- Two years minimum field experience
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- Not provided
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Schedule | day, overtime |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Construction site, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Red Seal |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Perks mentioned | Paid training |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Colas
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Boulogne-Billancourt |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 246 |
Terus Construction is an integrated road construction and materials manufacturing company, which has been building roads in British Columbia and the Yukon Territory for over 30 years through decentralized business centers.
Road construction, asphalt paving, aggregate production, hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete supply are the core activities. In addition, the Company acts as general contractor on civil construction projects, including excavation, utilities, concrete placement, sidewalks, and curbs, and in all kind of road construction related activities.
Over 800 jobs every year are performed through more than 20 decentralized business centers, such as highway rehabilitation, airport construction, industrial, municipal and commercial work, subdivisions. More than 550 employees are locally employed.
Terus Construction provides challenging and rewarding opportunities in an entrepreneurial, diverse, inclusive and respectful work environment. As our growth creates new career opportunities, likely there is the right one for you!
Position Summary
Terus Construction, a division of Colas Western Canada Inc., is looking for a Heavy Duty Mechanic located in Terrace or Kitimat, BC.
Main Responsibilities
• Complete work as directed by Shop Foreman/Lead Head.
• Perform a variety of tasks involving manual labor in heavy/highway construction and construction material plants.
• Maintain wide range of equipment and troubleshoot malfunction from a mechanical, electric and electronic standpoint.
• Operates several types of construction equipment, in order to evaluate condition.
• Maintain a clean job site: pick up all tools and equipment and secure job site each day in order to eliminate potential hazards.
• Load and unload trucks and haul and hoist materials.
• Operates metal cutting, machining, and welding (oxyacetylene, electric, and arc welding) equipment in the repair of mechanical equipment and fabrication of tools, jigs, and fixtures.
• Welds, brazes, solders, and cuts steel, copper, cast aluminum, cast iron, stainless steel, and other metals and alloys and does emergency on-site or schedules shop repair and metal work.
• Designs, fashions, and forges new tools, iron work, and metal parts; modifies existing equipment for special purposes.
• Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
• Attend Safety Meetings and meet training goals for job role and advancement
Profile
Requirements:
• Minimum four (4) years experience working within a shop environment
• Minimum two (2) years experience working as a mechanic on construction equipment
• Minimum two (2) years of field experience
• Red Seal Certification. 4th year apprentice mechanic may apply.
• Must be able to enter and work in LNG sites and Port of Prince Rupert
• Can work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Good computer skills in troubleshooting equipment software
• Must be a strong team player, with strong customer service orientation
• Ability to travel the region to support other locations (i.e. Prince Rupert or Smithers) as needed
Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
• Willing to work in field and in all weather conditions
• Willing to work overtime (may include weekends) during the busy season (April to October) and on call as necessary.
• Ability to utilize hands and fingers in order to perform repair and maintenance task on construction equipment
• Ability to stand, walk, and reach with arms and hands throughout the workday should the need arise
• Ability to lift and carry 50lb
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch should the need arise
• Ability to see clearly or with assistance via necessary correction
• The noise level on the shop floor and around equipment may be loud
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• This is a safety sensitive position; selected candidate must pass drug and alcohol testing as required
Compensation Data
The anticipated wage for this position is minimum $47.00/hour. The final compensation package will be determined based on factors including the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Terus Construction offers opportunities for qualified people who want to grow in our high-performance organization including competitive salary and benefits package, along with in-house training, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.
Must be able to meet all safety requirements including pre-employment drug/alcohol testing.
We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume. However only applicants selected to be interviewed will be contacted.
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