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Heavy Duty Mechanic / HET

@ Firma Contracting Inc.

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

$40–$65/hrOn-siteFull-timeTemporary5+ years experience
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Overview

Firma Contracting Inc. is hiring a Heavy Duty Mechanic / HET to diagnose, repair and maintain heavy construction equipment such as excavators, dozers, loaders and skid steers. The role is full-time and temporary at $40-65 per hour based on experience, with extended health and dental coverage, RRSP/TFSA matching and paid training listed as benefits. The posting asks for 5+ years of heavy equipment mechanical experience, with a journeyperson certification as an asset.

Pay:

$40–$65 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Inspecter et diagnostiquer les équipements lourds
  • Réparer ou remplacer pièces et systèmes défectueux
  • Tester l'équipement réparé selon les spécifications
  • Effectuer l'entretien régulier et le service des attachements
  • Tenir à jour les dossiers d'entretien préventif

Requirements summary:

  • 5+ ans d'expérience mécanique sur équipement lourd
  • Apprentissage de 4 ans ou expérience équivalente
  • Certification de compagnon (atout)
  • Attitude collaborative et sens de la sécurité
  • Excellentes capacités de résolution de problèmes

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalLife insuranceRetirement planEmployee assistance
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-08-16
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-16

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Experience5+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Construction site
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsJourneyperson certification
EducationTrade certificate (required)
Fields of studyHeavy equipment repair, Heavy duty mechanics
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Wellness, Paid training

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Full company description

FIRMA CONTRACTING IS A LEADING CIVIL CONTRACTOR BASED IN SASKATOON AND EDMONTON. WE PROVIDE OUR CLIENTS WITH A COMPREHENSIVE, VALUE-ADD APPROACH TO CIVIL CONTRACTING AND SPECIALIZE IN A WIDE RANGE OF SERVICES INCLUDING WATER, SEWER AND EARTHWORKS. We are committed to our clients’ needs and satisfaction. By providing input into the planning and design of projects prior to commencement of construction, our goal is to assist our clients in finding ways to reduce costs and shorten schedules wherever possible. Our company mission is to perform the highest level of work quality within a safe environment, on time and on budget. Firma provides transparency, value and efficient project management to all of our clients while building positive, trustworthy relationships along the way.

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People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 310 Wall Street, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1N7, CA
  • Edmonton, Alberta, CA
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  • Firma Contracting Inc.
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FIRMA CONTRACTING IS A LEADING CIVIL CONTRACTOR BASED IN SASKATOON AND EDMONTON. WE PROVIDE OUR CLIENTS WITH A COMPREHENSIVE, VALUE-ADD APPROACH TO CIVIL CONTRACTING AND SPECIALIZE IN A WIDE RANGE OF SERVICES INCLUDING WATER, SEWER AND EARTHWORKS. We are committed to our clients’ needs and satisfaction. By providing input into the planning and design of projects prior to commencement of construction, our goal is to…

FieldValue
IndustryConstruction
Company size11-50 employees
HeadquartersSaskatoon, SK
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded2017
Open jobs on Jobsy14
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Job description

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC / HET

We are looking for competent and experienced Heavy Duty Mechanics / HET to provide mechanical expertise to the Company's business. The successful candidates will be determined by their experience and attitude today working in a fast-paced environment.

What’s in it for you!

We provide a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support your well-being and growth:

  • Competitive Wages
  • Extended Health and dental coverage
  • Healthcare Spending Account
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • RRSP/TFSA matching
  • Life insurance
  • Paid training and development opportunities
  • Advancement opportunities with a rapidly growing company
  • And more.

Hourly Wage: $40-65 based on experience

Firma is a preferred employer, we focus on Company culture, work / life balance, and we are very involved with the communities we live and work in by promoting sports and supporting local charities.

Responsibilities:

To provide some idea of the tasks you may be performing, a list of responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

  • Check excavators, dozers, loaders, skid steers and other heavy construction equipment for proper performance and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions.
  • Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required.
  • Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts, components or systems, using hand and power tools.
  • Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications.
  • Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment.
  • Service attachments and working tools such as buckets, blades, winches and booms.
  • May perform repair work on heavy trucks.
  • May attach components and adjust new equipment.
  • Maintain service records and preventative maintenance for all equipment.

Qualifications:

Requirements and qualifications for this position are a combination of skills and attitude. A minimum of 5+ years of mechanical experience with heavy equipment is ideal for this position - journeyperson certification would be an asset.

The following qualifications are needed for this role:

  • Collaborative attitude that is team focused
  • Great time management skills
  • Highly organized and tidy
  • Safety conscious
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Completion of a 4 year apprenticeship program or a combination of over four years of work experience and industry courses in heavy equipment repair.
  • 4+ years of experience working on heavy civil construction equipment
  • Legally able to work in Canada

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