Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic (Owner/Operator Service Truck)
Location: Northern Vancouver Island Operations – Woss
Schedule: 7 Days On / 7 Days Off (12-Hour Shifts)
Pay: $120.00 per hour
Lead Field Maintenance for a High-Production Fleet
Holbrook Dyson Logging (HDL) is seeking a Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic who is a true owner/operator. We are looking for a professional to provide their own fully equipped service truck to support our North Island operations on a 7-on / 7-off rotation. You will be the primary line of defence against downtime, maintaining a diverse fleet of yarders, loaders, and road-building iron in a fast-paced environment.
The Role
This is a high-autonomy position for a mechanic who thrives on independence and field problem-solving.
- Full-Service Field Support: Utilizing your own service truck to perform diagnostics, welding, and major component repairs on active logging sites.
- Fleet Reliability: Conducting rigorous preventative maintenance as per our Safe Work Procedures to identify hydraulic leaks, structural cracks, or mechanical wear before they cause downtime.
- Remote Operations: Navigating steep forest service roads to reach equipment and ensuring all repairs are conducted safely on uneven terrain.
- Safety Leadership: Maintaining a strict exclusion zone during high-pressure testing and ensuring all equipment is “locked out” before work begins.
The HDL Advantage
- The Premier Logging Schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off. Work a solid week and then enjoy a full week off to recharge or handle your own projects.
- Industry-Leading Pay: $120.00/hr all-inclusive rate for your expertise and the provision of your own service vehicle and tools.
- Independence: Manage your own mobile shop and prioritize repairs across multiple active shows.
- Safety Culture: Work for a SAFE Certified company that prioritizes well-maintained equipment and clear communication.
What You Bring
- Certification: Valid Red Seal Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic ticket is mandatory.
- Equipment: A reliable, fully rigged Service Truck with the necessary tooling for field repairs (crane, welder, and compressor).
- Experience: Deep technical knowledge of coastal logging equipment and hydraulic systems.
- Licensing: Valid Driver’s License with a clean abstract.
- First Aid: Intermediate or Advanced First Aid is a definate asset!