Heavy Duty Mechanic - Winter Ice Road FIFO

🚧 NOW HIRING : EXPERIENCED HEAVY DUTY EQUIPMENT MECHANICS! 🚧 Tamatta Mining & Construction is seeking experienced Heavy Duty Mechanics for one of our esteemed clients to maintain and repair a diverse fleet for Winter Ice Road operations.

You will work on a rotational schedule during the ice road season, ensuring high availability and safe operation of all equipment across remote and challenging environments.

Position : Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic Location : Nunavut Schedule : 21 days on / 21 days off Fly-In, Fly-Out : Paid flights, comfortable hotels, and benefits from day one Key Responsibilities Inspect, diagnose, service, repair, and overhaul heavy equipment to maximize uptime for winter operations.

Maintain and troubleshoot the following fleet : dozers, wheel loaders, excavators, graders, snowcats, water trucks, telehandlers, Ford pickups (F-250, F-350, F-550), flatdeck trucks, camp generators, and lighting plants.

Perform preventative maintenance, routine PMs, fuel system maintenance, hydraulic, electrical, and engine work.

Use OEM manuals, diagnostic tools, and on-board computer systems to identify faults.

Maintain accurate service logs, parts usage, and maintenance records.

Keep work areas clean and safe; enforce lockout / tagout and follow company safety policies.

Collaborate with field supervisors to plan repairs and minimize downtime during critical ice road windows.

Assist with parts coordination, ordering, and inventory control; advise on failures and replacement intervals.

Provide technical guidance to junior mechanics and, as needed, support on-call coverage during the rotation.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Required Qualifications Red Seal or Journeyman-certified Heavy Duty Mechanic Strong diagnostic and repair skills across diesel engines, hydraulics, powertrains, transmissions, electrical systems, and auxiliary systems Comfortable working in cold, remote arctic environments; ability to perform field repairs under challenging conditions Valid driver’s license Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test (includes cannabis) and criminal record check Why Join Us?

Highly Competitive Wages – Your skills are rewarded Travel & Accommodation Covered – No out-of-pocket expenses Benefits from Day One – Health, safety, and well-being prioritized Your Skills Will Be Put to the Test : Gain exposure and expand your skills, and grow your career in a safety-focused environment.

Ready to take your mechanic career to the next level?

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