Full-Time

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Updated on 9/3/2026

City of Iqaluit

City of Iqaluit

Compensation Overview

CA$84.6k - CA$104.1k/yr

+ Settlement allowance

Iqaluit, NU, Canada

In Person

Category
Automotive Service & Repair (1)
Required Skills
Welding
Requirements
  • Interprovincial Red Seal and/or Nunavut Heavy Duty Mechanic certification.
  • Class 3 driver's license with air brake endorsement.
  • Four years of experience operating and maintaining heavy trucks, equipment, and automotive systems, including fuel injection.
  • Working knowledge of mechanical trades.
  • Experience with welding and body work.
  • Precise organizational skills for records and inventory.
  • Skilled driving ability to operate heavy equipment when necessary.
  • Ability to work cooperatively in a team setting.
  • Heavy Duty Mechanic Certificate and/or Red Seal and driver's license must be held at the time of application.
  • Successful candidate must submit a criminal record check and an acceptable driver's abstract.
Responsibilities
  • Carry out maintenance duties, repairs, and overhauls of municipal vehicles and equipment.
  • Maintain shop equipment and tools.
  • Complete detailed work orders and records.
  • Provide mechanical advice to shop helpers.
  • Instruct and train apprentices.
  • Work occasional overtime as required by operational needs.
Desired Qualifications
  • Ability to speak and write both English and Inuktitut.
  • Northern work experience.

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