Heavy Vehicle Mechanic - North Warning Systems - Fly in, Fly Out

Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
North Warning System | Nasittuq Corporation
Location: Various Northern Sites
Type: Unionized, Rotational Position (6 weeks on, 6 weeks off)

Nasittuq Corporation provides Operations & Maintenance for the North Warning System (NWS), a joint Canada-US radar network with 47 sites across Northern Canada. Join us in delivering critical services to remote Arctic locations.

What You'll Do:
 

• Perform maintenance and repairs of site vehicles, heavy equipment, and powered support equipment.
• Conduct diagnostic tests, problem-solving, and corrective maintenance on land, water, and snow equipment (e.g., trucks, graders, snowmobiles, generators, and more).
• Provide On-the-Job Training (OJT) to new or authorized staff.
• Assist with the operation of snow-clearing equipment and the loading/unloading of aircraft.
• Sample POL products and assist in fuel off-loading operations.
• Document reports and maintain files as per NWS work management systems.
• Travel between adjacent radar sites as required.

Who You Are:
 

• Education: High School education or a combination of education and experience.
• Certificates/Licenses: Qualified Motor Vehicle Mechanic (310S and/or 310T with diesel endorsement). A provincial/territorial certificate of qualification is required. Military QL 5 or Journeyman qualification in heavy equipment or Automotive Technician. Valid driver's license.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of hands-on field experience, with experience in heavy equipment within the last 10 years.
• Skills: Strong problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize tasks. Skilled in the use of diagnostic equipment and capable of working in remote, cold environments.

Bonus:
 

• Experience working in Northern or Arctic conditions.
• Familiarity with operational protocols in remote areas.

Why Join Us:
 

• 48-hour work week, with eligibility for additional overtime.
• All travel costs to and from the site are covered.
• Private bedroom accommodations and meals provided on-site.
• Comprehensive benefits plan after a 3-month probation period, including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Employer-matched pension plan contributions (5%).
• Arctic gear provided to ensure comfort in remote environments.
• Annual safety footwear allowance of $175.
• Vacation pay at 6%.

Priority Consideration:
Applicants who are enrolled under an Inuit Nunangat Land Claims Agreement will be given priority. We encourage applicants to self-identify.

Nasittuq provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodations.
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Candidates with experience in the following fields are encouraged to apply:
 

• Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Diesel Mechanic
• Automotive Technician
• Vehicle Maintenance Technician
• Equipment Maintenance Specialist
• Fleet Mechanic
• Snowmobile Technician
• Construction Equipment Mechanic
• Industrial Mechanic
• Maintenance Supervisor (Vehicles and Equipment)

6 weeks in, 6 weeks out
48 hours weekly
Day Shift