Who We Are
Vanderwell Contractors (1971) Ltd. is an Alberta family-owned company that has been in the Alberta Forest Industry for over 75 years. Vanderwell operates a modern sawmill, planermill and pelletmill operation. The manufacturing facilities produce dimensional lumber, wood pellets, shavings & chips for their wholesale customers.
The company has continuously operated our manufacturing facilities in the Mitsue Industrial Park, east of the town of Slave Lake, AB. We are a major employer in the local region and in the provincial economy. The company directly employs 150+ people at the mills and throughout the complex which incorporates sales & shipping, woodlands, truck & mobile equipment shops, and administration. In addition, the company employs contract and part-time employees in maintenance, transportation and seasonal activities.
What We Offer
Vanderwell offers stable, long-term employment which provides our employees with a good standard of living. We offer competitive wages with a full benefits plan, as well as optional RSP plans.
The Opportunity
We are currently looking to hire a Heavy Duty Mechanic for our manufacturing facilities in Mitsue Industrial Park. Job duties include:
- Responsible for monitoring, maintaining and repairing all mobile/trucks/trailers as required
- Ensures all inspections are sufficient for safe operation
- Adheres to Vanderwell’s Truck Safety Policy and Fleet Maintenance Program
- Generates and completes work orders
- Cleans areas when finished work
Working Conditions:
- Exposed to noise, dust, falling debris, moving machinery, weather extremes, splinters, slipping and tripping hazards
- Lifting heavy, awkward objects and climbing on equipment is frequently required
- Required use of PPE appropriate for the task and working conditions
Must have:
- A solid work ethic, be eager to learn, and be a team player
- Experience repairing and maintaining heavy mobile equipment: Caterpillar, Kenworth, etc.
- 3+ years of related experience preferred
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills
- The desire to work rotating day shifts
If this position sounds like a fit for you, please apply directly through the Indeed portal.
We thank all candidates for their interest; only candidates selected to advance in our recruitment process will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift