Trade Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic

At Lakes District Maintenance, our employees are key to the success of every project, contributing to the legacy we build within the communities we serve. If you're ready to take on a challenging, hands-on role where safety, teamwork, and growth are paramount, we encourage you to join our dynamic team. Together, we’ll continue to set the standard for excellence in construction.

Reporting to the Trade Supervisor or Equipment & Facilities Manager, the Trade Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic involves optimizing and maintaining equipment to ensure efficient operations. Key responsibilities include performing diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on a diverse fleet of heavy-duty equipment and commercial vehicles, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with manufacturer specifications, regulatory requirements, and Lakes District Maintenance operational standards to support reliable roadway maintenance operations. The position requires proficiency in using hand and power tools, operating overhead or mobile cranes and forklifts, and troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize production disruptions.

How You’ll Add Value

• Actively contribute to the safety culture, promoting a safe and productive environment
• Repairs, rebuilds, troubleshoots, adjusts, overhauls, and maintains heavy-duty construction equipment
• Inspects bulldozers, graders, and other heavy machinery to ensure proper performance
• Detects faults, diagnoses malfunctions using testing equipment, and determines necessary repairs
• Tests machinery for proper functioning and conduct routine maintenance
• Services attachments and working tools such as blades and winches
• Performs repairs and inspections independently while seeking help when required
• Manages daily workload safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and legal standards
• Collaborates with operators, foremen, superintendents, and other site personnel for equipment maintenance
• Communicates identified issues to the supervisor immediately
• Executes job responsibilities under the leadership of the Trade Supervisor or Equipment & Facilities Manager

What You Bring

• Valid Interprovincial Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Certificate of Qualification or an approved equivalent
• Minimum Grade 10 completion or equivalent formal education consistent with requirements for entry into apprenticeship vocational training
• Valid BC Class 5 license or higher with a Driver’s Abstract showing no more than 6 demerits and no major infractions
• Required tools for repairing light and heavy trucks
• Physical capability to lift 50–100 lbs.
• CVIP Inspection License or ability to obtain and perform CVIP inspections
• Computer experience related to documentation and equipment diagnostic systems

Locations We Are Hiring For

• Dease Lake, BC and Houston, BC

Our Working Environment

What to Expect

Experience the best of both worlds – rewarding work in a scenic natural setting, offering incredible outdoor recreation opportunities during your time off. If you’re looking for a role where you can grow your career while enjoying a unique and beautiful environment, this could be the opportunity for you!

While the work is remote, this is not a camp-style position. Unlike rotational camp shifts, our roles follow a standard schedule, and accommodations, board, and meals are not provided—except for bunkhouse accommodations available at certain yards.

How We Make It Count

The Lakes District Maintenance Advantage

Benefits

• Benefits plan: Includes extended health, dental, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, short- and long-term disability.
• Pension Plan: Regular employees participate in the pension plan with employer-matched contributions, helping you plan for the future

General

• Long-Term Careers: Join a team with an average tenure of 7.3 years across all roles
• Seasonal Rehire Loyalty: 44% of seasonal employees return year after year
• Professional Growth: Access 400+ training courses in safety, upskilling, and leadership development
• Unlimited Potential: Be part of a company that supports your goals and helps you succeed

Our Commitment to You

Connecting People with Progress

Safety Isn’t Just a Priority—It’s a Value. Safety is woven into the fabric of who we are and how we operate. It’s not a box we check off; it’s a commitment that guides every decision we make, every process we implement, and every project we undertake. Because at the end of the day, when we say safety is a value, we mean it’s a promise we make to our people, families, and the communities we serve.

True to Our Word, True to Our People. Our culture is grounded in humility and authenticity, with a deep commitment to family. We believe in supporting each other, no matter the role or title. When we say we care, we mean it—our actions match our words. Everyone is empowered, valued, and respected, because being ‘true to our word’ means being ‘true to our people.’

Interesting Projects and Skill-Building Work. As part of the Volker Stevin family of companies, we’re able to take on complex projects of all sizes, from large-scale infrastructure builds to specialized niche developments to highway maintenance and more. This diversity in project scope and complexity means that our employees have access to new opportunities that challenge them to think creatively and develop new skills.