Journeyman - Journeyperson Automotive Mechanic - Dene North

Dene North Site Services is looking for Journeyperson Automotive Technician to work in a shop environment located in Fort McMurray.  The successful candidate with be responsible for maintenance and repair on a fleet of medium/light vehicles as well as working with apprentices.

Dual Ticketed in Medium Duty & Automotive, Preferred (Medium Duty is a must)

You must be well-organized and favour safety above everything else.

Schedule: 7x7 - 12 hours

Camp accommodations & LOA are NOT provided.

Prefer residents local to R.M.W.B.

• Preventative Maintenance and servicing of all light vehicles
• Check equipment for proper performance and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Trouble shooting systems to determine faults and extent of repair
• Overhauls on vehicles as required
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturer specifications
• Develop work scopes and schedules for vehicles to be repaired
• Order parts for the servicing, and rebuild of vehicles as required
• Assist Foreman in day to day operations
• Fill in when foreman is away if designated lead
• Complete reports and fill out work orders when required
• Teach and evaluate apprentices
• Follow Dene North's codes of practice and safety procedures
• Demonstrate leadership skills in daily work interaction

• Must be 18+ years of age
• Prefer Dual tickets in both Medium and Automotive (Exp. in both areas)
• Experience in maintaing and repairing steam trucks, fuel & lube trucks - buses would be an asset
• Must be eligible to hold a CVIP licensee
• Must have a valid calss 5 driver's license with safe driving record
• A valid Alberta Journeyperson Automotive Technician Certificate 
• Must provide own tools
• Is a member of a local aboriginal first nation or metis community is considered an asset
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• A creative approach to problem solving; adaptability and flexibility
• Have a concern for safety and awareness of safe working procedures
• Ability to work alone or as a member of a team with other tradespersons
• Demonstrated commitment to safety
• 5 years on the job experience to complement Apprenticeship training program
• Completion of secondary school
• Completion Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship Program apprenticeship
• First Aid
• Ongoing supervisory training as required

PREVIOUS MINING EXPERIENCE PREFERED.  SELF STARTER, REQUIRING MINIMAL SUPERVISION.

All successful candidates must:

1. Be proficient in English, both verbally and written
2. Have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License
3. Have experience as requested as mentioned above
4. Undergo and successfully pass the following testing:

• Breath Alcohol Test
• Urine Drug Test
• Fitness-to-Work Assessment
• Audiometric Testing
• Vision Screening
• Criminal Record Check

Shift, site, and start times are subject to change.

All successful candidates MUST provide the following items prior to confirmation of their start date:

1. CSO Certification
2. CSTS Certification and OSSA Regional only required if candidate does not have the above certification
3. Copy of Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
4. Copy of recent Driver’s Abstract
5. VOID cheque/direct deposit form

Please note the entire On-boarding process can take anywhere from 3-8 business days.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE, SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED VIA PHONE OR EMAIL.

Rewards of our positions include competitive compensation and benefits packages and excellent career growth prospects. To explore this opportunity, please submit a resume of your experience and accomplishments in confidence.

Dene North Site Services was launched in April of 2017, as a joint partnership between Dene Sky Site Services Ltd. and North American Enterprises Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of North American Energy Partners.

Dene North provides skilled labour and specialized equipment to support earthworks, road construction and maintenance, specialized welding, site development, plant maintenance and labour services.