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Heavy Equipment Mechanic

@ Davie

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Lévis, QC · Montmagny, QC · Québec, QC · Sainte-Marie, QC · Donnacona, QC

$34.64–$38.49/hrFull-time
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Overview

Davie, Canada's largest shipyard, is hiring a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to install, assemble, adjust and fasten piping, HVAC, marine and metal cabinetry components aboard ships. The role is full-time, with 4-day and 3-day schedules across day, evening and weekend shifts, $34.64 to $38.49 per hour, and a relocation allowance for unionized maintenance employees.

Pay:

$34.64–$38.49 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Installer et ajuster les composants mécaniques
  • Lire les plans et les ordres de travail
  • Effectuer les essais de pression
  • Participer à la mise en service des systèmes à bord
  • Utiliser chariots élévateurs ou camions

Requirements summary:

  • DEP en machinerie lourde, mécanique marine ou plomberie-chauffage
  • Réussite du processus d'habilitation de sécurité fédéral
  • Résidence continue au Canada d'au moins 5 ans

Tools & skills

forklifttruckpressure test equipment

Benefits mentioned

DentalVisionRetirement planEmployee assistancePaid time offHealth spending account
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-07-12
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-16

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Job details

DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Hours per week40
Scheduleday, evening, overtime, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Vehicle, Outdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
Licences & certificationsDEP
EducationTrade certificate (required)
Fields of studyHeavy Machinery, Marine Mechanics, Plumbing-Heating
Security clearanceReliability status
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Relocation assistance, Wellness, Transit support, Home office allowance

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Job description

Are you meticulous, curious, and passionate about heavy machinery? At Davie, you will participate in assembling strategic components that power the country’s largest ships. As Heavy Equipment Mechanic, you will be responsible for installing, assembling, adjusting, and fastening mechanical components related to piping, ventilation, heating, air conditioning (HVAC), marine mechanics, and metal cabinetry systems. You will read plans and work orders, handle workshop assembly, perform pressure tests, adjust mechanical equipment, operate forklifts or trucks, and actively participate in the commissioning of systems aboard ships.

Compensation:

  • $34.64/hour for the first 1,000 hours, then a rate of $38.49/hour.
  • Overtime paid at double time.

Work Schedule

  • Day: 4-day workweek, 10 hours per day
  • Evening: 4-day workweek, 10 hours per day + $2.00/hour premium
  • Weekend: 3-day workweek, 12 hours per day + $2.50/hour premium
  • Frigate premium (military vessel): $1.25/hour regardless of shift.

You must be available for all shifts. While we consider your schedule preferences (day, evening, weekend) when creating schedules, they cannot be guaranteed.

Benefits :

  • Comprehensive insurance: health, disability, dental, vision, health spending account
  • Company events
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and telemedicine
  • Paid time off (2 floating days + 2 days for family obligations)
  • Paid holidays during site closure
  • Retirement plan
  • Positive work environment supported by the employer
  • Free on-site parking

At Davie, we know that moving is a big change. To welcome you to the region, we offer a relocation allowance for unionized production and maintenance employees: up to $2,500 for a single person or couple, and $4,000 for a family. Full details will be discussed during the hiring process. We want your arrival to be simple and worthy of this new beginning.

Requirements

DEP in Heavy Machinery, Marine Mechanics, or Plumbing-Heating (pipefitting)

Successful completion of the security clearance process required under the Federal Government Contract Security Program (minimum 5 years of continuous residence in Canada with no interruption longer than 6 consecutive months)

Davie looks forward to meeting you.

Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada’s largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized, essential vessels for government and commercial clients.

Working at Davie means embracing vast possibilities every day and taking part in an adventure where every project leads to something monumental. It’s about tackling big challenges with creativity, determination, and passion.

There’s a real sense of pride in being part of the Davie team. It’s not just about delivering major projects—it’s about innovation and pushing boundaries to accomplish something truly remarkable.

At Davie, we forge the monumental!

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