Posted 9 months ago
Heavy-Duty Mechanic
@ LaPrairie Group
Fort McMurray, Alberta
Overview
ENTREC Alberta Ltd., now part of LAPRAIRIE Group of Companies, is hiring a full-time Heavy-Duty Mechanic in Fort McMurray, Alberta. The role covers inspecting, servicing and repairing trailers and heavy equipment, including brakes, suspensions and electrical systems. The posting requires a Red Seal or trade certification, a valid CVIP licence, a Class 5 licence, at least 3 years of commercial vehicle experience, and willingness to work after hours.
Responsibilities:
- Inspect, service and maintain trailers and heavy equipment
- Adjust, test and repair brake, suspension, electrical and offloading systems
- Perform major repair work when necessary
- Report damaged or faulty equipment to management
Requirements summary:
- Red Seal or trade certification as heavy equipment, trailer or truck mechanic
- Valid CVIP licence and Class 5 driver's licence
- Minimum 3 years maintaining commercial vehicles
- Willingness to work after hours if required
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Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2026-01-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Red Seal, CVIP, Class 5, Class 3 |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Heavy Equipment Technician, Trailer Mechanic, Truck & Transport Mechanic |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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LaPrairie Group
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Full company description
LaPrairie solves your project challenges with a highly skilled workforce, innovative thinking, and state-of-the-art equipment. Our operational team and comprehensive fleet of cranes, trucks, and heavy equipment are ready to deliver – anytime, anywhere. Whether it’s executing super-heavy engineered lifts, hauling extra-heavy loads, maintaining the safety of your roads, mining and trucking aggregates, or supplying and delivering quality frac sand products – LaPrairie gives you the advantage. LaPrairie Crane Our team of hoisting engineers and riggers bring “tons of experience”, along with professionally engineered lift studies, that make for an exceptional safety record. We are specialists in engineering and executing highly complex and extra-heavy lifts. LaPrairie Haul Heavy haul logistics specialists tackle jobs of all sizes and scope. We are highly skilled transportation and heavy haul professionals with broad experience in harsh, remote northern environments. LaPrairie Works LaPrairie Works provides expertise in highway and bridge maintenance, slope stabilization, and environmental remediation. We are proud to be formally recognized with industry and ministerial awards for innovation and environmental stewardship. LaPrairie Oilfield Our specialized trailer fleet of pneumatic, bottom dump, and live bottom trailers, coupled with multiple, strategically located trans-load centers enables LaPrairie to be first on site with just in time deliveries. Canadian Silica Industries Produces API Spec, 20/40, 30/50, 40/70 & 100 mesh frac sand with easy access to the Montney, Duverney, and Cardium Formations, with trans-load facilities conveniently located in Fort Nelson, and Dawson Creek BC. Our mining operation in Arcadia, WI produces washed sand delivered by barge or rail across North America. LaPrairie Rock Equipped to handle every phase of the materials engineering process, from initial exploration to delivery of the end product.
- LinkedIn followers
- 2,588
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 167
- Reported office locations
- Calgary, Alberta T2P 1N8, CA
- 427 Gregoire Dr, 201, Fort McMurray, Alberta T9H 4K7, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Residential
- Commercial Real Estate
- Transportation
- Rental
- Other recorded names
- LaPrairie Group
- LaPrairie Group of Companies
- Specialties
- Canadian Crane Rental Services
- Heavy Haul Solutions
- Highway Maintenance
- Transportation
- Aggregate Resources
- and Proppant Solutions in Canada and USA
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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LaPrairie solves your project challenges with a highly skilled workforce, innovative thinking, and state-of-the-art equipment. Our operational team and comprehensive fleet of cranes, trucks, and heavy equipment are ready to deliver – anytime, anywhere. Whether it’s executing super-heavy engineered lifts, hauling extra-heavy loads, maintaining the safety of your roads, mining and trucking aggregates, or supplying…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Transportation/Trucking/Railroad |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Calgary, Alberta |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Canadian Crane Rental ServicesHeavy Haul SolutionsHighway MaintenanceTransportationAggregate Resourcesand Proppant Solutions in Canada and USA |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 59 |
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ENTREC Alberta Ltd. is committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and safety for the best transportation experience. We are dedicated to achieving maximum efficiency and productivity to support our mission and vision of being a proven leader in specialized over-weight, over-sized cargo hauling and jack & slide services providing the highest quality service, safety, value, and integrity resulting in customer satisfaction.
ENTREC Alberta Ltd., a diversified trucking company (acquired by LAPRAIRIE Group of Companies) is currently recruiting a full-time Heavy-Duty Mechanic to join its team in Fort McMurray, Alberta.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Inspect, service, and maintain trailers, and other heavy equipment for proper performance.
- Adjust, test, and repair brake systems trailer suspensions, electrical systems, and offloading systems.
- Adjust equipment and replacing faulty parts.
- Repair damaged equipment parts.
- Clean, lubricate, and conduct routine services on heavy-duty and automotive vehicles, and a variety of trailer styles.
- Repairing and servicing machine attachments.
- Perform major repair work when necessary.
- Consult with other Mechanics and Supervisor when needed.
- Report damaged or faulty equipment to management.
- Perform other duties as required.
Skills and Requirements:
- Trade certification or Red Seal as a Heavy Equipment Technician, Trailer Mechanic, or Truck & Transport Mechanic.
- Hold a valid CVIP license.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience inspecting and maintaining commercial vehicles
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license (Class 3 considered an asset).
- Strong working knowledge of CVIP inspection standards, defect identification, and documentation requirements.
- Experience using computer testing technologies.
- Understand vehicle electrical systems, air brake systems, and structural components.
- Physically capable of performing inspection and repair tasks, including lifting heavy components.
- Willingness to work after hours if required.
- Excellent communication skills.
ENTREC offers competitive pay based on experience and a comprehensive benefits program and RSP matching plan. We offer opportunities for career advancement within our organization.
If you are a highly motivated individual with a strong background, we encourage you to apply for the position of Heavy- Duty Mechanic. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application, including a resume and cover letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.
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