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Department: Hours Per Week: 40 Compensation Range: $92,248.00 - $115,315.20 Closing Date: February 28, 2026 Note: Posting comes off at 12:00 AM on Closing Date, with competition closing at 11:59 pm day prior. At the City of Leduc, our mission is People. Building. Community. We offer a collaborative and dynamic workplace where our values of Teamwork, Service, Respect, and Leadership guide our conduct and contribute to a healthy culture. If you would like to work as part of a progressive organization and enjoy a fast-paced environment, then this may be the opportunity for you. Permanent, full-time (40 hours/week) $92,248.00 - $115,315.20 per annum Come work with us! At the City of Leduc, we know that our community stays moving because of the specialized equipment and vehicles we maintain every day. Our Fleet Services team is the backbone of our municipal operations, ensuring that every piece of machinery—from emergency vehicles to heavy road equipment—is safe, reliable, and ready for action. We are currently seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to join our shop. This is a role for a skilled tradesperson who enjoys variety, takes pride in high-quality mechanical work, and wants to see the direct impact of their expertise on the streets of the city they serve. What is the Opportunity? Reporting to the Lead, Fleet Services, the Heavy Equipment Technician, is the primary expert responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining the City’s diverse fleet of mobile and stationary equipment. This isn't your average "assembly line" shop. You will work on a massive range of assets—everything from small engines and automotive units to complex heavy-duty yellow iron and transit buses. You’ll be a technical problem-solver who ensures our departments have the tools they need to serve our citizens safely and efficiently. What will you do? In this hands-on role, you will be the go-to expert for mechanical integrity across the organization. You will: Master a diverse fleet by troubleshooting and repairing complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on everything from heavy-duty yellow iron to stationary municipal equipment. Lead preventative maintenance and safety by performing critical CVIP inspections, daily pre-trips, and manufacturer-specified service schedules to keep our fleet road legal and safe for the public. Provide frontline field support by responding to equipment failures on-site when required, ensuring minimal disruption to City services and making real-time decisions on the most effective repair strategies. Mentor the next generation of talent by providing technical guidance to apprentices and co-workers, sharing your expertise in diagnosis and repair to build a stronger, more capable team. Consult on fleet strategy by providing feedback to supervisors and other departments on equipment performance, helping to guide future selection, operation, and lifecycle planning. Bridge the gap between shop and operations by partnering with equipment operators to gather detailed feedback on issues, ensuring repairs are precise and operators are trained on proper handling. Drive shop excellence and continuity by managing repair records, maintaining specialized shop tools, and taking ownership of parts organization to ensure a safe and highly efficient workspace. Stay at the cutting edge of the trade by attending seminars and engaging in self-study to remain current with new technology, ensuring our shop is always ready for the next generation of equipment. Who you are? You are a diagnostic pro who thrives on the challenge of "fixing the unfixable" and brings a versatile mechanical background to the table. You have: A Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician designation (on-road and off-road preferred), though we will consider Apprentices in their final year. At least 2–3 years of experience in the trade, ideally with exposure to the diverse machinery found in a municipal setting. Experience maintaining everything from heavy-duty yellow iron to small engines and automotive units. A valid Class 3 Driver’s License with airbrake endorsement and the ability to obtain a license for Commercial Vehicle Inspections. The communication skills needed to coach apprentices and explain technical findings clearly to different teams. The physical and mental resilience required to tackle deep troubleshooting in both the shop and the field. The flexibility to thrive in an evolving environment, including comfort with a transition toward shift work to better serve our community. What we Offer? The City of Leduc provides a stable, professional environment where your trade skills are respected and rewarded. We offer: Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including a defined benefit pension plan, extended health and wellness supports. A massive variety of work that keeps your skills sharp and ensures no two days in the shop are ever the same. Ongoing investment in your professional growth through access to specialized training and mentorship. The unique pride of seeing the equipment you repaired out in the community making Leduc a better place to live. True work-life balance and a supportive shop culture, where we prioritize sustainable workloads, respectful collaboration, and the flexible thinking needed to solve daily mechanical challenges together. A free annual pass to City of Leduc recreation facilities, including access to drop-in programs to support your health and well-being. Important Notes! The successful candidate must provide a current Criminal Record Check & Driver’s Abstract at their own expense. As per the drug & alcohol standard, this position has been deemed safety sensitive by the employer and as such is subject to reasonable cause and post-incident drug and alcohol testing. Ready to Join Us? If you’re a Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician who wants to trade the "industrial grind" for a rewarding career in municipal service, we want to hear from you. Help us keep Leduc moving! Apply today at www.leduc.ca/careers. Competition closes at 11:59 pm (MT) on February 27, 2026. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same or lower classification level. Due to the high volume of resumes received, we are not able to respond to individual phone calls. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. City of Leduc employees are dedicated to living out our corporate values of teamwork, service, respect and leadership. We are a diverse team of professionals who are self-disciplined, inclusive, hardworking, curious and trustworthy. We make choices according to what is best for the team, and strive for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference for the organization and the thriving community we serve.