Posted 6 months ago
Heavy Equipment Technician
@ Border Paving Ltd.
Onoway, Alberta
Overview
Border Paving Ltd. is hiring a full-time Heavy Equipment Technician to inspect, maintain and repair trucks, trailers and construction equipment. The work is mainly in the shop with mobile field support, including occasional overnight travel and overtime during the construction season. The posting offers competitive wages, benefits, profit sharing and a company share ownership program.
Responsibilities:
- Inspect, maintain and repair trucks, trailers and construction equipment
- Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems
- Complete preventive, planned and emergency repairs
- Maintain accurate maintenance records
- Operate a service truck in the field when required
Requirements summary:
- Alberta HET certification or 3rd-year apprenticeship, or equivalent with Red Seal
- Strong diagnostic ability in electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems
- Class 5 driver's licence with clean abstract
- Basic welding knowledge (certification an asset)
- Own tools required
- Physically capable of demanding shop and field work
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-05-24
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-12
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-12
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Job details
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | overtime, weekends, overnight |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Warehouse, Outdoors, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | HET certification, Red Seal, CVIP |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus, Stock or equity, Paid training |
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Border Paving Ltd.
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Full company description
Border Paving Ltd is a company based out of 6711 Golden West AVE, Red Deer, Alberta, Canada.
- LinkedIn followers
- 223
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 103
- Reported office locations
- 6711 Golden West AVE, Red Deer, Alberta T4P 1A7, CA
- 931 Boulder Blvd, Stony Plain, Alberta T7Z 0E7, CA
- 252 E River Rd, Hinton, Alberta T7V 2G3, CA
- 4217 41 St, Camrose, Alberta T4V 3V8, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Residential
- Building Material
- Commercial
- Project Management
- Other recorded names
- Border Paving Ltd.
- Border Paving Ltd
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Border Paving Ltd is a company based out of 6711 Golden West AVE, Red Deer, Alberta, Canada.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Red Deer, Alberta |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1955 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 16 |
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For more than 70 years, Border Paving Ltd. has played a key role in building and maintaining Alberta's infrastructure. From highways and roadways to complex construction projects, our reputation has been built on quality workmanship, safety and strong relationships with our customers and the communities we work in.
The Heavy Equipment Technician is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of trucks, trailers and construction equipment. This role keeps our fleet operating safely and reliably throughout the construction season. Work is primarily shop based with mobile field support as needed.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs of truck, trailer combinations and various off road equipment including compaction equipment, dozers, excavators, graders, loaders and paving equipment
- Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems
- Complete preventative maintenance, planned repairs and emergency breakdown repairs
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and required documentation
- Operate a service truck in the field when required, including occasional overnight travel
- Perform work in a safe, timely and efficient manner
- Work overtime and weekends during the construction season as required
Qualifications
- Alberta HET certification or minimum 3rd year apprentice or out of province HET certification with Interprovincial Red Seal
- Own tools required
- Strong diagnostic ability in electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems
- Basic welding knowledge and skills (welding certification considered an asset)
- Valid Class 5 Driver's License with clean abstract (Valid Class 1 License is an asset)
- CVIP certification considered an asset
- Strong work ethic, reliability and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Physically capable of working in a demanding shop and field environments
What We Offer
- Competitive wages based on experience
- Benefits
- Profit sharing
- Company Share Ownership Program
- Ongoing training and development
- Opportunities for advancement
- Steady work during the construction season
Many of our leaders started in field or entry level roles and we believe strongly in promoting from within. We invest in people who demonstrate drive, integrity and leadership.
Backed by decades of experience, Border Paving Ltd. offers long term stability, consistent work and opportunities for growth. If you're looking to build a career with a company that values hard work, reliability and continuous improvement, we would like to hear from you.
Border Paving Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a respectful and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
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