Posted 4 months ago
Heavy Equipment Technician Lead Hand
@ McKay Metis Group
Fort McMurray, Alberta
Overview
McKay Metis Group is hiring a Heavy Equipment Technician Lead Hand to run daily maintenance operations for a field team and act as liaison between the team and the client. The role works a 7 days on, 7 days off rotation of 12-hour days, with paperwork, safety compliance and mentoring of new hires. Pay is described only as a competitive total compensation package with comprehensive benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise daily maintenance operations safely and efficiently
- Complete timesheets, FLRAs, work orders and maintenance requests on time
- Act as liaison with clients, employees and contractors
- Communicate site rules and enforce compliance
- Train and mentor new hires
Requirements summary:
- Red Seal Journeyperson HET required
- Minimum Class 5 driver's licence required
- Clean 5-year driver's abstract
- Common Safety Orientation certification or equivalent
- Proven leadership experience preferred
- Experience operating small and mobile equipment preferred
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-07-29
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-08
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Job details
| Seniority | Lead |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 42 |
| Schedule | day, weekends |
| Travel | air: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Client sites, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Red Seal Journeyperson HET, Common Safety Orientation (CSO) |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol, driving record |
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McKay Metis Group
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Full company description
The McKay Métis Group is a social enterprise owned by the Fort McKay Métis Nation that reinvests all profits back into the community. --- VISION As a social enterprise, we provide services and generate revenue in support of an economically and socially prosperous Fort McKay Métis community in a safe, healthy, secure and culturally proud environment. We strive to be the leading community owned Aboriginal business in the region promoting quality, safety and accountability. VALUES Respect of self and community is a core value shared by all of our employees and board of directors. We recognize that we have inherited a rich history and we respect our traditions while building a prosperous future. This is reflected in our daily activities by adherence to the highest standards of safety and quality. Pride in our work shows in every aspect of our corporate ethics, integrity, and achievement and stems from our sense of honour, culture, and Métis identity. Honesty in business means transparency and accountability to clients and our community stakeholders. Tradition shows in our work ethic and integrity. The Métis helped to build this region through adaptation to change while conserving our heritage. We continue this tradition of hard work and integrity through the provision of high-quality construction and transportation services to our clients and in the service of our community. SAFETY Our goal is to promote a culture of safety through the proactive cultivation of an environment that effectively identifies and manages risk. We aim for the recognition, evaluation, and education of our employees and clients in compliance with federal and provincial safety regulation and legislation. In addition to full compliance with all health and safety codes of the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, we aim to fulfill the most advanced and up-to-date professional safety norms and practices to ensure every worker goes home safely.
- LinkedIn followers
- 2,888
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 39
- Reported office locations
- 400 Taiganova Crescent, Unit 3, Fort McMurray, Alberta T9K 0T4, CA
- Business categories
- Industrial
- Machinery Manufacturing
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- McKay Metis Group
- McKay Métis Group
- Specialties
- Construction Service & Supply
- Transportation Service
- Management Service
- Energy Service
- Chemicals
- and Materials
- 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.
The McKay Métis Group is a social enterprise owned by the Fort McKay Métis Nation that reinvests all profits back into the community. --- VISION As a social enterprise, we provide services and generate revenue in support of an economically and socially prosperous Fort McKay Métis community in a safe, healthy, secure and culturally proud environment. We strive to be the leading community owned Aboriginal business in…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Oil and Gas |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Fort McMurray, Alberta |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2009 |
| Specialties | Construction Service & SupplyTransportation ServiceManagement ServiceEnergy ServiceChemicalsand Materials |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 10 |
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Lead Hand
The Role:
The Lead Hand is responsible for ensuring the smooth operations of our maintenance team. Promoting a safe and efficient work environment, the Lead Hand position will be a liaison for the team and our client. The Lead Hand position reports directly to the Supervisor and/or other designated leaders.
Accountabilities:
- Assist with daily operational activities for assigned work areas.
- Ensuring work activities are performed in a safe, productive, and efficient manner.
- Ensure all required paperwork including but not limited to; time sheets, FLRA’s, work orders, maintenance requests are submitted in a timely manner.
- Represent the company as a liaison to aid customer, employee, or contractor concerns in a professional manner.
- Ensure all site rules are communicated to employees and adhered to at all times.
- Support field operations in all aspects.
- Provide leadership in safety and quality performance and ensure due diligence in client and regulatory compliance.
- Reporting to Department Managers divisional concerns, issues, and performance of the team
- Contribute to the training and mentorship program for all new hires.
- Perform other duties and tasks as assigned from time to time by management and as required by the needs of the business.
- Supervise daily operational activities. Ensures work activities are performed in a safe, productive, and efficient manner
- All other duties as assigned.
Requirements and Competencies:
- Class Three (3) Drivers Licence with Air Brake Endorsement is an asset.
- Minimum Class Five (5) Drivers Licence required.
- Clean 5-year Drivers Abstract.
- Red Seal Journeyperson HET
- Ability to remain safety-focused and all follow safe work practices.
- Previous experience operating small and mobile equipment is preferred.
- Able to work in all weather and working site conditions.
- Ability to access all client sites as required.
- Common Safety Orientation (CSO) certification or equivalent.
- Physically able to complete the duties of the position.
- Successfully complete all pre-employment drug, alcohol, and physical abilities testing.
Key Competencies & Skills:
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Ability to develop and implement effective maintenance strategies
- Knowledge of safety regulations and maintenance best practices
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Proficient in maintenance management systems and recordkeeping
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in a leadership role
- Strong knowledge of equipment repair and maintenance procedures
- Relevant certifications or technical qualifications (preferred)
Schedule:
- 7 days on, 7 days off, 12 hours per day, 1/2 hour unpaid lunch
Salary:
- Competitive total compensation package including comprehensive benefits.
This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are eligible will be contacted.
About Us:
McKay Métis Contracting is part of the McKay Metis Group Ltd (MMG). MMG is the business arm of the McKay Métis Nation (MMN), a proud part of the community and seeking to embody their stakeholders’ vision and values in all that they do.
Affiliates and partners specialize in services such as civil construction, security, rig moving, site amenities, industrial solutions, crane services, transportation, speciality and commodity, chemicals and more.
Profits generated by our business are reinvested in the community including the Fort McKay beautification program, community parks, affordable housing, post-secondary scholarships for community members, and ongoing investment in local infrastructure.
Want to know more about us? Visit: https://www.mckaymetisgroup.com/
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