| Date Posted: | Jan 23, 2026 | |
| Closing Date: | Jul 01, 2026 |
| Location: | British Columbia | |
| Status: | Full-Time | |
| Number of Positions: | 8 |
Description
Heavy Duty Mechanic
($5,000 Sign-On Bonus)
About the Opportunity
A large, well-established industrial employer in British Columbia is seeking experienced Heavy Duty Mechanics to join its maintenance team. This organization operates large-scale equipment in a safety-driven, unionized environment and offers long-term stability, competitive compensation, and relocation support.
Important Note
This is not a fly-in / fly-out position.
Candidates must be willing to relocate to the Kootenay region of British Columbia or nearby communities in southwestern Alberta.
Relocation assistance is available.
Why Join This Employer?
Competitive unionized wages
$5,000 sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance (up to $10,000)
Work on some of the largest and most advanced mobile mining equipment in Canada
Long-term career stability with a major industrial operation
Year-round outdoor lifestyle in the Rocky Mountains
Compensation & Benefits
Hourly wage: $50.23 – $52.73+, depending on site
Annual retention bonus (up to $6,000)
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Healthy lifestyle spending account
Employer retirement savings contributions
Paid vacation, long-term disability, and insurance coverage
To Apply
Send your resume to jordan@headstartrecruitment.com
For inquiries: jordan@headstartrecruitment.com
Qualifications
Requirements
Interprovincial Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, OR 4th-Year Apprentice close to completion
Valid driver’s license
Strong troubleshooting, communication, and teamwork skills
Previous heavy equipment or mining experience is considered an asset
Responsibilities
The Role
As a Heavy Duty Mechanic, you will:
Diagnose, maintain, and repair large mobile equipment including haul trucks, dozers, loaders, graders, excavators, and shovels
Rebuild and service engines, transmissions, hydraulics, driveline assemblies, fuel and cooling systems, and electrical components
Perform preventative maintenance and emergency breakdown repairs
Follow safe work procedures and contribute to continuous reliability improvements
Pay Rate
123,000 - 131,000
Hours Per Week
48
How To Apply
Please provide an updated resume and amount of documented hours. Anyone in their 3rd and 4th year with plans to write their Red Seal exam are encouraged to apply. Send to jordan@headstartrecruitment.com