Heavy Duty Mechanic - Country Junction Feeds

Wetaskiwin Co-op is now accepting applications for the full-time permanent position of Heavy Duty Mechanic at our busy Truck Shop, located at 4707 40th Ave in Wetaskiwin, Alberta.

Who we are:
Wetaskiwin Co-op is located in central Alberta operating in 9 locations in 5 communities of Wetaskiwin, Innisfail, Camrose, Edmonton and Falun. We operate in a variety of product lines including consumer hardware, building products, crop inputs, petroleum, liquor and feed manufacturing. We believe in working together to serve our members and customers throughout Alberta, delivering profits back to our members and communities and investing in sustainable growth. We are looking for team members and team leaders who will embrace our Co-op brand and values of Integrity, Excellence, Community and Service.

Areas of responsibility:
• Working with the Mechanics and Maintenance team members on a variety of day-to-day tasks.
• Inspect trucks and trailers and run diagnostic tests to discover functionality issues.
• Effectively troubleshoot and perform repairs needed.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on the vehicles and equipment in the fleet.
• Perform basic auto care and maintenance tasks such as oil changes, fluid level checks, tire installation and rotation.
• Accurately document work performed and part usage.
• Regularly bending and twisting lifting up to 55 pounds.
• Participate in an On-Call rotating shift.
• Ensures all applicable company policies and procedures are adhered to and ensure all safety and regulatory requirements and procedures are maintained, notifying management of any safety concerns.

Who you are:
You are looking for a career in Production, Trades and Maintenance and:
• You are a Heavy Duty Mechanic; Journeyman and Apprentices are all welcomed to apply.
• You carry a valid Class 5 Driver’s License. Class 3A Driver’s Licence, Class 1 Driver’s Licence, and CVIP Licence are considered an asset.
• You have a mechanical aptitude and excellent communication skills.
• You have the ability to work in a shop environment with minimal supervision.
• You have a minimum of two years of related experience (a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered).
• You believe in building relationships and collaborating to deliver solutions that matter most, and you recognize the value that different perspectives bring to meet shared objectives.
• You’re honest and trustworthy, are results-oriented and strive to be the best in what you do.

Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, an employer contributed pension plan and an employee family assistance program. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

Closing date: Monday May 5, 2025

Please submit resume and cover letter indicating position of interest to:
4707 – 40th Avenue Wetaskiwin, Alberta, T9A 2B8
Phone: 780 361 6171 Fax: 780-352-0297 Email: hradvisor@wetaskiwincoop.com

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. At Wetaskiwin Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.