Heavy Equipment Technician (Calgary, AB)

Heavy Equipment Mechanic and Rental Fleet Technician

Location: Calgary, Alberta

Employment: Full-time, permanent

Compensation: $42–$50 per hour, based on experience and certification

Work environment: Primarily shop-based, with occasional field-service support

The Opportunity

Twin Staffing is recruiting an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic and Rental Fleet Technician for the Calgary branch of a rapidly growing Canadian equipment-rental company.

You will inspect, diagnose, maintain and repair a diverse fleet of rental equipment while helping ensure every unit is safe, reliable and ready for customers. This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who enjoys variety, takes pride in quality repairs and wants long-term career growth.

Equipment You’ll Work On

• Boom lifts and scissor lifts
• Telehandlers and forklifts
• Material-handling equipment
• Skid steers and compact construction equipment
• Small engines
• Diesel and gas-powered equipment
• Other rental, construction and industrial machinery

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and fuel-system issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance, safety inspections and scheduled servicing.
• Repair, replace and recondition defective components.
• Use diagnostic tools, schematics, service manuals and OEM guidance to complete repairs.
• Identify equipment defects, safety concerns and potential failures before returning units to service.
• Complete work orders accurately, including labour hours, parts used, repair notes and follow-up requirements.
• Communicate equipment status, repair requirements and delays to the service team.
• Coordinate with Parts, Dispatch, Sales and branch personnel to prioritize repairs and maintain fleet availability.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe shop.
• Support field-service calls and other operational requirements when needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of relevant repair experience with heavy equipment, construction machinery, aerial lifts, forklifts, vehicles, small engines or similar equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and diagnostic ability.
• Experience troubleshooting hydraulic, electrical, mechanical and fuel systems.
• Ability to read schematics, service manuals and manufacturer repair instructions.
• Experience completing preventive maintenance, inspections and equipment repairs.
• Strong commitment to safety, workmanship and accurate documentation.
• Ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a service team.
• Basic computer skills for work orders, time entries, parts usage and service records.
• Valid driver’s licence with an acceptable driving record.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada.

Preferred Background

• Journeyperson or Red Seal certification in Heavy Equipment, Agricultural Equipment, Automotive Service, Truck and Transport or another related trade.
• Equipment-rental, construction-equipment, aerial-lift, forklift or material-handling experience.
• Manufacturer or OEM training.
• Mobile field-service experience.
• Additional equipment, safety, forklift or aerial-lift certifications.

Red Seal certification is preferred but not mandatory. Experienced technicians with strong practical skills are encouraged to apply.

Compensation and Benefits

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Vision care
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Overtime opportunities
• Ongoing technical and manufacturer training
• Career-development and advancement opportunities
• Stable, long-term employment with a growing Canadian organization



Apply Today

If you enjoy solving mechanical problems, working on a varied equipment fleet and taking ownership of quality repairs, we would like to hear from you.