Heavy Equipment Technician - Journeyman
About the job
- Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician (On-Road) certification is required.
- A valid Class 5 driver's licence with no more than five demerits in the past three years is required.
- A Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program licence or the ability to obtain one is required.
- The ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test is required.
- Technicians must provide their own tools.
- The role requires experience or knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and pump systems, with this experience identified as an asset.
- Knowledge of Cummins, CAT, and John Deere engines is required to maintain the fleet.
- The role requires troubleshooting complex mechanical issues, performing precision work, and completing accurate repair documentation.
- Perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on Hydrovacs, Wet Vacuum Trucks, Combo Units, Water Trucks, High Pressure Water Blasting equipment, highway tractors, and trailers, including Peterbilt, Kenworth, and Western Star equipment.
- Diagnose and repair diesel engines and after-treatment systems, including Cummins, CAT, Detroit, and John Deere systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems, power take-offs, clutches, transmissions, differentials, vacuum pumps, blowers, and burner systems.
- Complete Commercial Vehicle Inspections.
- Interpret work orders and accurately document completed repairs.
- Mentor apprentices and support their development.
- Participate in daily toolbox and safety meetings while adhering to company and site safety requirements.
- A Class 1 or Class 3 driver's licence is considered an asset.
- Experience with hydraulic, electrical, and pump systems is considered an asset.
About the company
CEDA provides specialty industrial and environmental services in North America for oil and gas, petrochemical, mining, and power sectors. It uses a fleet of specialized equipment and skilled teams to perform services such as pressure and vacuum work, fluid transport, chemical cleaning, tank maintenance, pigging and decoking, exchanger work, fabrication, and tailings management, delivered through service contracts and project engagements. The company differentiates itself with an integrated, broad service portfolio and a strong safety record to help clients maximize production, reduce risk, and avoid outages. Its goal is to improve customers’ reliability and efficiency while maintaining a safe working environment for its employees.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Calgary, Canada
Founded
1973
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- May 2026 Best Managed Platinum Club status signals disciplined execution and retention.
- Hillcore’s June 2024 ownership funds bolt-on acquisitions and fleet expansion.
- CEDA’s September 2026 job fairs show hiring demand and operational growth.
What critics are saying
- Integration of DDT and Breakthrough risks service disruption and duplicate overhead through 2027.
- Oil, pipeline, and mining client spending collapses quickly when turnaround budgets tighten.
- A severe refinery or tailings incident would trigger shutdowns, litigation, and buyer flight.
What makes CEDA unique
- CEDA’s 120-plus services and North American footprint deepen customer switching costs.
- June 2026 Decoking, Descaling Technology acquisition broadens pigging and decoking capabilities.
- July 2026 Breakthrough Oilfield Services adds pressure trucks, hot oilers, and vacuum units.
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Benefits
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) Company Match
- Flexible Work Hours