Heavy mobile equipment technical specialist

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Overview

Do you want to put your technical expertise in mechanical engineering to work for a dynamic team while working at the Montréal head office and traveling to the field (Canada, United States, and Mexico) to support operations? Your place is at LOGISTEC as a Mechanical Engineer, Operations Support and Heavy Equipment Procurement, joining our Asset Management team at the Montréal head office.

What do you gain by working at LOGISTEC? Competitive compensation; Generous benefits; A retirement plan with equal contributions from the company; Opportunities for growth and career development; Employee assistance program; Mentorship program to help you succeed; Personalized training to keep your skills up to date.

Responsibilities

• You support sites that use heavy machinery (forklifts, wheel loaders, cranes) with reliability issues, replacements, and major repairs;
• You train mechanics on preventive and corrective maintenance procedures;
• You collaborate with heavy equipment suppliers for acquisitions and service contracts;
• You maintain relationships with heavy equipment manufacturers (Volvo, Liebherr, Komatsu, Caterpillar, etc.);
• You work with the procurement and operations teams to draft tenders based on heavy equipment needs;
• You analyze the bids received;
• You inspect and review heavy equipment maintenance;
• You perform reliability analysis in the field and plan equipment replacements;
• You act as a safety ambassador for maintenance mechanics;
• You provide leadership within the maintenance supervisors’ community;
• You stay informed about grants and funding opportunities for equipment replacement.

Qualifications

• A degree in mechanical engineering or as a mechanical technician;
• 10 years of experience in managing maintenance and rehabilitation projects for heavy equipment (forklifts, loaders, excavators);
• Advanced skills in electrical diagnostics, programming, and signals;
• Proficiency in OEM telematics suites;
• TWIC card (an asset);
• Valid passport required;
• Bilingualism required, Spanish an asset;
• Proficiency in French and English, both spoken and written, is required;
• Strong sense of priorities and ability to adapt in a constantly evolving environment;
• Attention to detail, autonomy, and a focus on continuous improvement and collaboration;
• Ability to work or travel outside normal working hours as operational needs require;
• Excellent priority management and ability to work under pressure, especially when troubleshooting heavy equipment breakdowns.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

Why LOGISTEC

At LOGISTEC, we aim to be a world‑class multi‑functional terminal operator and logistics service provider, delivering strong performance through safety, collaboration, and excellence. We are proud of our origins and achievements over the years. Our culture, rooted in a rich heritage, has been passed down through generations thanks to our creativity and collaborative spirit. LOGISTEC owes its reputation as a valuable and reliable partner to its employees—resourceful, proud, and passionate about their work. Diversity helps us grow; inclusion and accessibility move us forward. When everyone is included, without exception, we can accomplish great things together. That’s why we continue to strengthen our commitment to equity.