Heavy Duty Mechanic
$56.82 per hourDrax
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Salary Range: $56.82
Location: Entwistle, AB
Ready to be at the heart of a zero-carbon energy future?
As a Heavy Duty Mechanic at Drax, you will conduct routine maintenance on machines to ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, productivity, and environmental policies.
Why join Drax?
At Drax, we’re not just generating power; we’re transforming it. We’re a diverse and committed team, working together to create a brighter, more sustainable future. When you join us, you’ll find:
- A Clear Purpose: Be part of a company at the forefront of sustainable energy, making a real difference for the planet and our communities.
- Growth Opportunities: We believe in developing our people.
- Comprehensive Benefits: From day one, you’ll receive competitive wages, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and an RRSP matching plan to support your financial goals. You’ll also participate in a company bonus plan that rewards overall Drax performance and safety.
- A Supportive Team: Work in an environment where continuous learning is encouraged, and your contributions are valued. We’re a ‘can-do’ kind of place, empowering you to make informed decisions and do the right thing.
Your Day-to-Day as a Heavy Duty Mechanic:
Technical Responsibilities
- Perform routine daily maintenance on mobile equipment to ensure safety, quality, productivity, and compliance with environmental policies.
- Install, maintain, inspect, and repair a variety of Mobile equipment.
- Troubleshoot and resolve equipment failures and issues.
- Collaborate with other trades in a team environment to enhance safety, efficiency, quality, and production.
Shutdown and Strategic Capital Projects
- Provide assistance and expertise for projects, including planning as needed.
- Work together with Drax staff to ensure safety, efficiency, quality, and timely project execution.
Mentorship and Leadership for Maintenance Staff
- Advocate for the Drax Zero Harm, actively contributing to a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to standards and procedures and complying with legislation and regulations.
What you’ll bring:
To
excel in this vital role, you’ll need:
- Red Seal Certified Trades Professional Designation
- Over 5 years of progressive experience in heavy industry
- Completed a journeyman apprenticeship in the trade
- Knowledgeable in various maintenance practices
- Skilled in building rapport and fostering working relationships with key stakeholders, using a collaborative and supportive approach to achieve goals
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Confident in challenging the status quo and influencing as necessary
- Self-motivated and decisive, with the ability to adapt to change and manage competing demands
- Effective problem solver with the capability to identify and implement resolutions
- Willing and able to work a flexible schedule as needed, including on-call support for the Plant Management Team.
How we act at Drax:
Our culture is built on a few core beliefs that guide everything we do:
- We care about what matters: We support each other to achieve important goals.
- We’re a can-do kind of place: We’re empowered to make informed decisions and do what’s right.
- We see things differently: We share insights, search for new ideas, and innovate.
- We listen carefully: We ensure everyone feels heard and valued.
- We do what we say we’ll do: We are proactive, committed, and reliable.
Ready to make a difference?
Apply today to help Drax discover the talented individuals we need to drive this change. A career at Drax is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make a difference.
Curious to learn more about us? We recommend you connect with us on LinkedIn for more insights.
The Drax Resourcing team will never use third-party apps to make job offers. The recruitment process with Drax will always include at least one face-to-face interview, either in person or via an online video call, as well as several phone conversations. Drax will never ask you to download apps to enter timesheet details or ask you to purchase your own IT equipment. If you have any concerns during your recruitment process or suspect something isn’t right, please contact us via to verify the application or details of the person you have been speaking to.
Please note that, whilst not expected, the company may pay at a rate outside the band for this role where appropriate, taking into account the candidate’s experience, skills and other relevant factors.
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