Heavy Duty Mechanic / Welder

Why Join Us NOW

• 2023 Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation
• 2023 Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates
• DTNA Elite Support Certified Dealership

Why Work Here

New West Truck Centres has access to the latest diagnostic tools and equipment. Surround yourself with certified technicians who specialise in Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built, Sport Chassis, Detroit Diesel, Cummins, Autocar and other brands of heavy-duty trucks.

Treated Well.

Your direct manager, foreman and lead hands are well-respected and knowledgeable leaders who always remain calm and collected, even in the most challenging situations. They genuinely care about the mechanics and take the time to listen to their concerns, offering guidance and support when needed.

Trained Well.

Employees have access to cutting edge technological training opportunities, web training, and career development training, in addition to our in-house training programs and certifications that will develop your skills and advance your career.

Paid Well.

Our total compensation package offers health, dental, vision, EFAP and life insurance. Journeyman wages start at $40.00 per hour.

The role:

Problem Solving – 20% of your time is spent here

• Get a clear understanding of the problem from the detailed notes provided by Service Advisors
• Interpret welding procedure specifications from blueprints

Repair – 70% of your time is spent here

• Hands on work, get in there and fix it
• Use your welding and fabrication skills to make necessary repairs to damaged trucks and equipment including logging truck and trailer fabrication and rigging.
• Coordinate with the back counter parts technicians to ensure parts for the repair are in stock or ordered to perform repairs and maintenance

Reports and training – 10% and its important!

• Keep close track of your time and document everything done to repair the problem
• Continuous upskilling and development through in-house training programs to advance employees in the latest technology in trucking as well as their career at New West

Education/Certification

• Journeyman Welder OR
• Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic with extensive welding experience

Experience

• 4+ years working as Heavy Equipment Technician, Heavy Duty Mechanic or Diesel Mechanic with significant welding experience OR
• 4+ years of experience performing a variety of welding techniques.
• Experience with welding repairs on heavy-duty equipment
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, technical manuals, and diagnostic codes

3 Things To be successful as a HDM/Welder

1. Internal drive & curiosity to get to Why
2. Always willing to help out
3. Never stop learning

Other details

• Apply on Indeed.com, we will personally read every resume/application and provide a response
• The above description is a summary of responsibilities and is not an exhaustive list of duties. A comprehensive job description will be provided to you in the interviewing process
• We welcome all qualified candidates to apply, the diversity of our workforce reflects the communities and customers we serve
• Professional references will be required

About Us

We are New West Truck Centres, a trusted name in heavy-duty trucks since 2008. From two locations, we’ve grown into a network of dealerships, body shops and collision centres serving Alberta and interior British Columbia. We represent a wide range of heavy-duty trucks and parts brands, including Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built, Mitsubishi Fuso, Sport Chassis, Detroit Diesel, Cummins, Autocar, and more.

Born from the vision of an integral leader who has worked in every aspect of the business, this comprehensive background fuels our passion for exceptional customer service, ensuring the best experience at all our locations in Calgary, Balzac, Lethbridge, Red Deer, Medicine Hat, Cranbrook, and Taber.

Our "person-centered" corporate culture values each team member as essential to our success. This approach has earned us rewards such as Best Employer for Recent Graduates and Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation. We actively support various charities and participate in numerous community and industry initiatives.