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Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic

About the Company:

John Ross & Sons Ltd. is a fifth generation, family owned, scrap metal recycler. The company is the largest metal recycler in Atlantic Canada and has been in operation for over 80 years. John Ross & Sons Ltd. specializes in purchasing and processing all ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals, along with accepting a wide range of recyclable material to process.

We are currently seeking an energetic Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our team at our Goodwood facility!

What We Offer:

Free Parking

Health, Dental and Vision benefits

RRSP match

Company Performance Bonus

PPE provided / Safety Boot Allowance

$30/hr - $38/hr depending on experience

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

Ensure all of our equipment and machinery (container tippers, excavators, material handlers, loaders, skid steers, shunt trucks and container chassis) is maintained and operational.

Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical problems across a wide variety of heavy equipment used in scrap metal processing.

Perform preventive maintenance services and major rebuilds following manufacturer guidelines and yard procedures.

Assist with welding and fabrication to repair buckets, grapples, and other attachments.

Assist in managing inventory levels to minimize downtime.

Keep accurate records of maintenance tasks, parts used and equipment hours in a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the maintenance department.

Maintain a clean and tidy work area and assist with general housekeeping in the maintenance shop.

Maintain compliance with safety regulations and environmental policies.

Qualifications and Skills:

Broad mechanical aptitude across hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and diesel systems

Ability to read hydraulic and electrical schematics and use diagnostic tools effectively.

Strong troubleshooting skills and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Proficiency with MaintainX or similar maintenance software

Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Reliable transportation to our facility; the site is not accessible by public transportation.

Schedule: Monday-Friday from 7:00am-5:00pm and Saturdays from 7am-12pm as needed

Payrate: $30/hr - $38/hr depending on experience

This role is not accessible by public transportation and will require other means of reliable transportation to get to and from work

Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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