Posted 17 months ago
Heavy Duty Mechanic (In Town) - Geotech Drilling
@ ConeTec Group
Prince George, British Columbia
Overview
ConeTec Group, through its Geotech Drilling division, is hiring a Heavy Duty Mechanic in town to maintain and repair drilling fleet equipment across western Canada. The work covers preventive maintenance through major breakdown repair, using diagnostic tools. The schedule is Monday to Friday with possible overtime, and pay is $42 to $49 per hour based on experience.
Pay:
$42–$49 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Disassemble, repair and reassemble engines, transmissions, hydraulics and electrical systems
- Inspect and test drill units, compressors and high pressure pumps
- Diagnose faults with computerized testing equipment
- Perform preventive maintenance through major breakdown repairs
- Develop apprentices and support team maintenance goals
Requirements summary:
- 5+ years industrial heavy equipment experience
- Licensed Heavy Duty Mechanic (Journeyman)
- Valid driver's licence
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Red Seal preferred
- Drilling equipment experience is an asset
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2025-06-16
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic, Red Seal |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | High school (required) |
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ConeTec Group
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Full company description
ConeTec is a full-service geotechnical, geoenvironmental, and mining site investigation contractor. We provide geophysics, CPTu, in-situ testing, drilling, instrumentation, and final data reporting and analysis services. ConeTec has the largest fleet of modern, purpose built deployment equipment in the industry. All field investigations are performed by specially trained personnel and supported by experienced site investigation professionals in order to provide the highest quality site investigation. Our team of experts are dedicated to safe, quality, and efficient site investigations using the best people and equipment.
- LinkedIn followers
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- Reported office locations
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- Business categories
- Civil Engineering
- Other recorded names
- ConeTec Group
- Specialties
- Cone Penetration Testing
- In-situ Testing
- Drilling and Sampling
- Geophysical Testing
- Data Management
- and Instrumentation and Monitoring
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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- Reported total investment
- 0
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ConeTec is a full-service geotechnical, geoenvironmental, and mining site investigation contractor. We provide geophysics, CPTu, in-situ testing, drilling, instrumentation, and final data reporting and analysis services. ConeTec has the largest fleet of modern, purpose built deployment equipment in the industry. All field investigations are performed by specially trained personnel and supported by experienced site…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Civil Engineering |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Burnaby, BC |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | Cone Penetration TestingIn-situ TestingDrilling and SamplingGeophysical TestingData Managementand Instrumentation and Monitoring |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 32 |
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Company: Geotech Drilling
- A proud member of the ConeTec Group.
Company Background and Culture
Geotech Drilling is a dynamic international drilling company headquartered in Prince George, with offices in Vernon, Surrey, and Alberta. Our strategy is to grow our company by developing our high-quality, advanced-stage projects pipeline.
Geotech owns and operates state-of-the-art drilling equipment throughout western Canada. We are one of Canada's largest geotechnical, environmental and exploration drilling companies, with a fleet of over 70 site investigation platforms.
Recently, Geotech Drilling has joined ConeTec. As part of our integrated team, you'll harness the collective expertise, expanded resources, and cutting-edge testing capabilities that come with this exciting merger. Seize the opportunity to shape the future of drilling with us!
As a Heavy Duty Mechanic, you will be at the heart of our operations, ensuring our equipment is well-maintained and ready to perform in challenging environments. If you’re passionate about mechanics and eager to contribute to meaningful projects while growing your career within a supportive and safety-focused team, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
- Disassemble and reassemble components such as engines, transmissions, cooling systems, fuel and exhaust systems, breaks, clutches, differentials, hydraulics, electrical systems and lubrication systems
- Inspect and test to detect faults and malfunctions in drill units, diesel compressors, hydraulic support equipment, high pressure water pumps
- Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required
- Perform duties that range from routine preventative maintenance to repairing major breakdowns, including troubleshooting and diagnostics
- Contributing to the development of apprentices and working as part of a team to accomplish maintenance goals and targets.
- Service attachments and working tools
- Verify and repair emission control systems
Professional Experience / Qualifications
- 5 + years of experience with industrial heavy equipment including hydraulic equipment, diesel engines and compressors, high-pressure water pumps, drill units, diesel trucks, crawlers, and pumps
- Ability to diligently organize work, make decisions, and set priorities
- Valid driver's license
- Previous experience working on drilling equipment is an asset.
- Strong interpersonal skills
Schedule: Monday to Friday with possibility for overtime.
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must be a licensed Heavy Duty Mechanic (Journeyman).
- Interprovincial trade qualifications in Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanics (Red Seal Certification) preferred.
Compensation
$42 to $49/hr based on experience
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