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Heavy Equipment / Crane Technician

@ Randstad Canada

Leduc, Alberta

$42–$48/hrFull-time3+ years experience
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Overview

Randstad Canada is hiring a heavy equipment and crane technician for its Nisku, Alberta facility, combining shop repairs and overhauls with mobile field service dispatches. The work covers troubleshooting electro-hydraulic and diesel systems, component reconditioning and preventative inspections on crane fleets. The posting states a $42.00 to $48.00 hourly wage plus field service premiums, a full-time permanent day schedule and a benefits package.

Pay:

$42–$48 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Diagnose electro-hydraulic and electrical faults with OEM diagnostic software
  • Direct major teardowns, component reconditioning and preventative inspections on crane fleets
  • Deliver on-site repairs from a mobile workshop truck to regional client sites
  • Enforce pre-work risk scans and heavy rigging safety rules

Requirements summary:

  • Red Seal or Journeyman Heavy Duty / Commercial Transport Mechanic, or 3rd/4th-year apprentice
  • 3+ years troubleshooting hydraulic, 12/24V electrical and diesel systems
  • Valid Class 5 driver's licence; Class 1 or 3 preferred for truck dispatch
  • Valid CVIP inspection licence and prior crane experience are assets

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Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-04
First seen by our source
2026-11-05
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Experience3+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingPlant or factory, Client sites, Vehicle
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
Licences & certificationsRed Seal, Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic, Commercial Transport Mechanic, Class 5
Driver’s licencerequired
Encouraged to applyIndigenous peoples, People with disabilities, Women, Racialized people, 2SLGBTQ+
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Tuition support, Paid training, Home office allowance

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Randstad Canada

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As the Canadian leader in recruitment and HR, and one of Canada’s best places to work, we have a uniquely human approach to work. We deliver HR innovation with human interaction at its core. At the unique intersection of technology and humanity, we deliver data-driven insights coupled with a people-first experience that is inherently human. Human Forward. Learn more at www.randstad.ca.

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Reported office locations
  • 777 Bay Street, Suite 2000, PO Box 128, Toronto, ON M5G 2C8, CA
  • 525 Avenue Viger Ouest, Suite 501, Montréal, Quebec H2Z 1G6, CA
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  • Randstad Canada
Specialties
  • HR Consulting
  • IT Recruitment
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  • Recruitment
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  • Temporary Hiring
  • Permanent Hiring
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  • Hiring Strategy
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As the Canadian leader in recruitment and HR, and one of Canada’s best places to work, we have a uniquely human approach to work. We deliver HR innovation with human interaction at its core. At the unique intersection of technology and humanity, we deliver data-driven insights coupled with a people-first experience that is inherently human. Human Forward. Learn more at www.randstad.ca.

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IndustryStaffing and Recruiting
Company size501-1,000 employees
HeadquartersToronto, ON
Organization typePublic Company
Year founded1997
SpecialtiesHR ConsultingIT RecruitmentEngineering RecruitmentStaffing and HRHR ServicesRecruitmentHR OutsourcingTemporary HiringPermanent HiringRecruiting
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Job description
Elevate Your Mechanical Trade: Crane & Heavy Equipment Tech (Shop & Field)

Location: Nisku, AB (Shop & Local Field Service)

Hourly Wage: $42.00 – $48.00/hr + Field Service Premiums

Schedule: Full-Time, Permanent (Standard Day Shift)

Why You’ll Love Working Here
Looking to master high-tonnage lifting systems with an established industry leader? We are hunting for a driven Journeyman, Red Seal, or Senior Apprentice Heavy Duty Technician to join our premier Nisku facility.

Whether you thrive inside pristine, modern shop bays or relish the autonomy of commanding a fully loaded field service rig, this position pairs market-leading compensation with an uncompromising safety culture and 100% paid technical training so you can consistently level up your trade tickets.

Advantages
Top Industry Pay: $42.00 – $48.00/hr (commensurate with expertise) featuring structured annual wage reviews.

Field Differentials: Earn premium hourly field pay on top of base rate for all mobile off-site service dispatches.

Extended Medical & Dental: Robust 75% company-funded coverage spanning vision, dental, prescriptions, life, and employee wellness care.

Retirement Security: Company-matched RRSP contributions that build real personal net worth over the long run.

100% Paid Training: Full upfront tuition coverage and wage support while attending technical schooling sessions.

Gear & Leave Benefits: 3 designated paid personal float days, plus comprehensive yearly tool and safety boot allowances.

Responsibilities
Targeted Troubleshooting: Deploy next-gen OEM diagnostic software to pinpoint tricky electro-hydraulic issues rapidly.

Shop Repairs & Overhauls: Direct major teardowns, component reconditioning, and planned preventative inspections across heavy crane fleets.

On-Site Dispatch: Command an advanced mobile workshop truck to deliver rapid, decisive mechanical fixes across regional client sites.

Workplace Safety: Champion a zero-incident job environment through diligent pre-work risk scans and strict adherence to heavy rigging rules.

Qualifications
Trade Credentials: Certified Red Seal or Journeyman Heavy Duty / Commercial Transport Mechanic (ambitious 3rd/4th-year apprentices welcome).

Diagnostic Background: 3+ years troubleshooting sophisticated hydraulic, 12/24V electrical, and diesel engine architectures.

Clean Driver’s License: Valid Class 5 license (Class 1 or 3 license with an insurable abstract preferred for truck dispatch).

Preferred Assets: Valid CVIP inspection license and prior crane experience are huge assets (we provide cross-training).

Required Tooling: Complete personal mechanic hand and air tool collection (detailed tool inventory audited at onboarding).

Summary
Ready to Elevate Your Craft? Apply Today!

Submit your qualifications in just a couple minutes:

Apply Online: Click the Apply button below and attach your up-to-date resume.

Send Email: Forward your CV directly to [email protected] with the subject line "Heavy Tech - Nisku".

Explore More: Looking for other industrial placements? Visit Randstad.ca to discover premium mechanical trade openings across Alberta.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [email protected] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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