Heavy Equipment Mechanic

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for maintaining and repairing a variety of vehicles and equipment essential to Comeau’s Sea Foods, as well as private contractor’s operations. This includes automobiles, trucks, vans, and forklifts. This role ensures that all mechanical systems are functioning safely and efficiently to support the company’s logistics and production activities. The mechanic works in a fast-paced environment and must be capable of diagnosing issues, performing preventative maintenance, and completing repairs with minimal supervision.

* Diagnose mechanical and electrical Issues: Use diagnostic tools and mechanical knowledge to identify faults in engines, transmissions, braking systems, electrical circuits, and hydraulic components
* Perform preventive maintenance: Conduct routine inspections and scheduled maintenance on vehicles and equipment to prevent breakdowns and ensure optimal performance. This includes oil changes, tire changes, filter replacements, brake inspections, and fluid checks
* Repair and overhaul equipment: Disassemble, repair, and reassemble engines, transmissions, clutches, differentials, suspension components and other major mechanical systems. Ensure all repairs meet safety and performance standards
* Conduct vehicle inspections: Perform certified motor vehicle inspections in accordance with provincial
regulations to ensure compliance and roadworthiness
* Troubleshoot and test repairs: After completing repairs, test the equipment to verify that issues have been resolved
and that the machinery is operating safely and efficiently
* Maintain accurate records: Document all maintenance and repair activities, including parts used, labor hours,
and diagnostic findings, using internal systems or maintenance logs
* Manage parts and inventory: Identify required parts for repairs, coordinate with suppliers or inventory staff, and ensure efficient use of available resources
* Ensure safety compliance: Follow all Company and regulatory safety protocols and procedures when working with heavy equipment, tools, and hazardous materials. Maintain a clean and organized work environment
* Collaborate with team members: Communicate effectively with other mechanics, drivers, and supervisors to
coordinate repairs and minimize equipment downtime
* Respond to emergency repairs: Be available for urgent repair needs that may arise during production or transport operations, including occasional after-hours or weekend work
* Support the overall facility operations by performing additional duties as required by management.

* High School Diploma or equivalent
* Certified Heavy Equipment Mechanic or enrollment as a registered apprentice
working toward certification
* Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and driver’s abstract required
* Experience with forklift maintenance is an asset
* Strong knowledge of gas and diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and air brakes
* Ability to lift and carry materials and mechanical components up to 50 lbs regularly
* Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and crouching while performing diagnostics, maintenance and repairs
* Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required for handling tools, assembling components and performing precise mechanical tasks
* Comfortable with physically demanding tasks, including working at heights (e.g. on truck cabs or trailers) and in confined spaces (e.g. undercarriages or engine compartments)
* Exposure to loud noise, heat, grease and moving machinery in a busy garage and industrial setting
* Able to work both outdoors / indoor in various weather environments and wearing proper PPE.

* Competitive compensation and benefits package
* Opportunities for professional development and career growth
* A dynamic work environment focused on innovation and teamwork
* Supportive leadership and a strong company culture rooted in integrity and excellence.