The Town of Clarenville is presently accepting applications for the full time permanent position Heavy Duty Equipment Technician to be located at Town’s Public Works Depot located at 24 Hardwoods Road
DUTIES: Reporting directly to the Manager of Public Works and/or the Mechanic Working Foreperson, the successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and inspecting the Town of Clarenville’s municipal fleet and associated infrastructure. Equipment and systems include, but are not limited to, dump trucks, loaders, snowplows, snowblowers, excavators, backhoes, graders, generators, pickup trucks, lift stations, and traffic lights. Responsibilities include performing mechanical repairs, adjustments, overhauls, preventative maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting of heavy-duty and light-duty equipment, as well as lift stations and traffic lights. The position also involves providing emergency roadside assistance, completing field repairs, and performing other related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor. All duties must be performed in accordance with applicable Occupational Health and Safety regulations, established safety procedures, and safe work practices.
QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum qualifications for this position are as follows:
- Red Seal certification as a Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, registered and in good standing with the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, is considered an asset.
- Successful completion of a recognized Heavy Equipment Technician program. Candidates who have successfully completed Block 3 or Block 4 of a recognized post-secondary Heavy Equipment Technician program may also be considered.
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing heavy equipment and light-duty vehicles.
- Knowledge of applicable Occupational Health and Safety regulations and safe work practices.
- Experience with electric welding and oxy-acetylene cutting is considered an asset.
- Ability to work independently and follow verbal and written instructions accurately and efficiently.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to deal with others in a professional, tactful, and diplomatic manner.
- Must supply their own tools and toolbox, with a tool inventory sufficient to perform the duties and responsibilities of a qualified journeyperson.
- Must be physically capable of performing the duties and responsibilities of the position.
- Must possess a valid driver’s licence.
Salary and benefits as per the current Collective Agreement.
Qualified and interested individuals are requested to send their cover letter and resume including three professional references to careers@clarenville.ca or by mail to 99 Pleasant Street, Clarenville, NL, A5A 1V9, no later than November 12, 2026.
The Town of Clarenville thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Last modified: November 4, 2026
