Journeyman Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Local) – Yellowknife, NT

Squires Industrial and Heavy Duty Mechanics

Yellowknife, CAunknown$59k-$115k/yrPosted Jul 25, 2026
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About the role

Journeyman Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Local) – Yellowknife, NT

Squires Industrial Services Ltd. is looking for an experienced Journeyman Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our growing team in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories.

This is a local position based out of our Yellowknife shop with a mix of shop and field work. Every day is different - you'll work on everything from heavy construction equipment and mining equipment to highway trucks, trailers, and industrial machinery.

If you enjoy diagnosing difficult problems, working independently, and taking pride in quality repairs, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Be Working On

Heavy construction equipment

Mining equipment

Highway trucks and trailers

Diesel engines

Hydraulic systems

Electrical diagnostics

Powertrain repairs

Preventative maintenance

Field breakdowns and emergency repairs

Shop repairs and rebuilds

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems

Perform preventative maintenance and inspections

Complete repairs efficiently while maintaining high-quality workmanship

Accurately document work performed using our digital work order system

Communicate with customers and supervisors regarding repair progress

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Participate in after-hours call-outs on a rotating basis when required

Qualifications

Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician (Red Seal preferred)

Valid driver's license (Class 1 or 3 is considered an asset)

Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Welding and fabrication experience is an asset

Experience with CAT, Komatsu, John Deere, Hitachi, Volvo, Cummins, Detroit, and Paccar equipment is an asset

Strong work ethic and positive attitude

What We Offer

Competitive hourly wages

Overtime opportunities

Company service truck for field technicians

Health and dental benefits

Boot allowance

Ongoing manufacturer and technical training

Stable, year-round employment

Opportunity for advancement as our company continues to grow

Why Squires Industrial?

At Squires Industrial, we work hard to build a team of mechanics who enjoy coming to work. We invest in our people, support professional growth, and believe in doing the job right the first time.

We service customers throughout the Northwest Territories, from local contractors to major mining operations, giving our technicians a wide variety of interesting work and opportunities to their skills.

If you're looking for a long-term career with a growing company that values quality workmanship and treats its employees with respect, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today through Indeed or email your resume to Mandy@squiresindustrial.com.

Pay: $28.15-$55.52 per hour

Work Location: In person

Compensation

This Trades & Manual role pays $59k-$115k/yr. Within typical range for trades & manual roles in Canada.

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