Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What Is The Opportunity?

Under the supervision of the Shop Foreperson, the Lead hand Heavy-Duty Technician will be responsible for mentoring and leading heavy-duty technicians, performing troubleshooting, and repairs on the heavy equipment.  The Lead hand Heavy-Duty Technician will work out of our Calgary, Alberta shop.

What You'll Do Here:

• Knowledge of repairs needed for communication with technicians.
  • Accurate repair or trouble shooting scope.
  • Assist technicians with troubleshooting.
  • Ensure repairs are being completed in a timely manner and on budget.
    • Supplied by service manager.
• Mentor and guide licensed technicians, and apprentices.
• Working with Technicians & Operations to prioritize repairs.
• Coordinate and dispatch technicians for repairs of onsite equipment.
  • Supply technicians with contact information for each task.
  • Knowledge of job locations for dispatch efficiency.
  • Knowledge of technicians’ skillsets, to assign appropriate jobs.
• Maintain a clean and organized shop.
• Ensures all Workplace Safety, Environmental and National Safety Code Policies and Regulations are being adhered to.
• Read diagrams/schematics and manufacturers repair manuals for work procedures.
• Operate a hoist and lift device to position machinery parts in a safe manner.
• Lubricate, service, diagnose, repair, assemble, and maintain equipment.
• Timely and accurate diagnosis and repair including computer connection/diagnosis with machine to identify fault codes.
• Provides guidance and instruction to less experienced, or apprentice maintenance personnel.
• Performing hands on maintenance and repairs of all equipment.
• Diagnosing electrical, mechanical and hydraulic troubles.
• Making repairs according to the manufacturer’s specifications.
• Suggest positive changes to policy and procedures as required.
• Initiative, diligence and reliability.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Other duties as required.

Required knowledge and Experience

• Knowledge of all types of equipment within the road construction fleet, such as excavators, backhoes, paving equipment, trailers and various sizes and configurations of trucks.
• Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) Certification
• Minimum 10 years related construction tools and equipment maintenance experience.
• Experience with SAP is considered an asset.
• Strong communication skills – oral & written.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Adaptable to work a flexible work schedule when required.
• Ability to work an on-call rotation as required.
• Valid driver’s license.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.