Duties and Responsibilities:

From 7:30 am to 4:30 am, assist with inspections

Responsibility for the maintenance and upkeep of heavy equipment and trucks, including repairing equipment and trucks when needed

Responsibility for learning how to assist in changing blades, wings, ripper teeth, sheer pins, seized grease points, lights, fuses, air and fuel filters, wipers, tires, tire chains, prime a diesel engine, tighten belts, replace hydraulic hoses, fluid checks and test

Report and document any repairs and file accordingly

The main goal is to try to keep costs down for the department

Must be willing to work overtime when required

Must read maintenance manuals for daily, weekly, and monthly checks, including grease intervals with up-to-date maintenance documentation

Report to manager when required to do so

Qualifications:

A Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate would be an asset, but is not necessary

Class 3 and/or Class 1 driver’s license would be an asset, but not necessary, 

Must have the capability to operate all heavy equipment.

Must have heavy duty mechanic certificate/experience in the mechanics of heavy equipment/trucks

Must have the capability to operate all heavy equipment/trucks

Willingness to work on weekends or after hours.

Must be willing to take training when available.

Proven work experience as a heavy-duty mechanic

Ability to work outdoors on equipment in different weather environments

Willing to submit a driver's abstract and safety tickets.

ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE SCREENED

• To be considered for this position, you must submit all necessary documentation (Application, Cover letter, Resume, Certification/Licenses, Criminal Record Check, Driver's License).

For application and further information, please contact: 

Samson Cree Nation                                                                

Personnel Department                                                               

Box 159                                                                                   

Maskwacis, Alberta, T0C 1N0 

Telephone: (780) 585-3793   

Extension: 107 

FAX:  (780) 585-2088

Email: personnel.179@gmail.com       

CLOSING DATE: July 3, 2026 @ 4:00 pm