Foothills, Ab Technician Jobs – 96 Openings This Week

Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician – Power Generation Field Service
Gentech Field Services Ltd. —Foothills, AB
- From $50 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Excel
- Heavy lifting
- Schematics
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Heavy Equipment Technician - Contractor
Heavy Metal Equipment & Rentals —Alberta
- 12 hour shift
- Heavy lifting
- Mechanic experience
- No university degree
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Warehouse Technician
Heavy Metal Equipment & Rentals —Alberta
- 12 hour shift
- Customer service
- Maintenance
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Warehouse Technician
Heavy Metal Equipment & Rentals —Alberta
- 12 hour shift
- Customer service
- Maintenance
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Maintenance Analyst
Heavy Metal Equipment & Rentals —Alberta
- Temporary
- Microsoft Excel
- Maintenance
- Microsoft Office
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Automotive & Heavy-Duty Technician(S), Canada Wide
Recruiting Room —Alberta
- Up to $65 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- Maintenance
- Relocation assistance
- Dental care
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Heavy Equipment Service & Maintenance Supervisor
Heavy Metal Equipment & Rentals —Alberta
- From $170,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Store discount
- Disability insurance
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Leak Detection Technician
West Country Energy Services —Alberta
- $20–$24 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- Analysis skills
- First Aid Certification
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PM (Preventative Maintenance) Serviceman
Heavy Metal Equipment & Rentals —Alberta
- $45.67–$48.93 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Master's degree
- High school diploma or GED
- Mechanical knowledge
- Store discount
- Disability insurance
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Industrial Instrumentation Technicians
Techmation Electric & Controls —Alberta
- $22.80–$46.00 an hour
- Overtime
- CPR Certification
- Maintenance
- First Aid Certification
- Relocation assistance
- Dental care
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Tire Technician (OTR)
Heavy Metal Equipment & Rentals —Alberta
- $45.67–$48.93 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Master's degree
- High school diploma or GED
- Mechanical knowledge
- Store discount
- Disability insurance
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High School Tech-Shop Teacher ($58,942.57-$107,903/yr + Accomodation and Relocation Assistance to Sandy Lake, ON)
Sandy Lake First Nation —Alberta
- $58,942.57–$107,903.24 a year
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- High school diploma or GED
- Construction experience
- Relocation assistance
- Dental care
Heavy Duty Field Mechanic (Minimum 3 Years Equipment Experience) (Camp position)
Full Throttle Mechanical Services —Alberta
- $50–$55 an hour
- Full-time
- Mechanic experience
- Communication skills
- Mechanical knowledge
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Air Operations Support Technician
Canadian Armed Forces —Alberta
- $4,337–$6,413 a month
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Dental care
- Paid time off
HVAC & Refrigeration Technician - Vegreville, AB
Jetstream Personnel Consulting Inc —Alberta
- $38–$50 an hour
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Plumbing
- Travel
- Mileage reimbursement
- Disability insurance
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General Production - Tech II - Environmental
Westmoreland Mining LLC —Coal Valley, AB
- Weekends as needed
- Engineering
- Bachelor's
- Travel
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Wind Technician - Troubleshooter (SGRE Profile REQUIRED) / CA
Robur Group USA Inc/SPIE Wind Services —Canada
- $40–$45 an hour
- Full-time
- Schematics
- English
- First Aid Certification
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
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Industrial Mechanic (Millwright), Shovel and Drill Maintenance - Sparwood, B.C.
Elk Valley Resources —Canada
- From $53.78 an hour
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- Assembly
- Disability insurance
- Relocation assistance
Heavy Duty Mechanic - Rotation | Competitive Pay & Scheduled Time Off
Squires Industrial and Heavy Duty Mechanics —Canada
- $40–$65 an hour
- Overtime
- Schematics
- Mechanic experience
- English
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Traveling Gearbox Repair Technician (m/f/d)
Nordex SE —Canada
- $43–$45 an hour
- Overtime
- Schematics
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Disability insurance
- Dental care

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Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician – Power Generation Field Service

Gentech Field Services Ltd. -
Foothills, AB

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
From $50 an hour

Qualifications

Class 5 Licence
Microsoft Excel
Heavy lifting
Schematics
Mechanic experience
Customer service
Heavy equipment operation
ATS
English
Microsoft Office
Electrical experience
Computer skills
Automotive diagnostics
Hand tools
Communication skills
Mechanical knowledge
Driving Licence

Full job description

Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician – Power Generation Field Service

Location: Calgary, Alberta
Company: Gentech Field Services Ltd.

Join Alberta's Elite Power Generation Service Team

Gentech Field Services is seeking an experienced Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician to join our growing Calgary-based field service team.

We are looking for a highly skilled technician who takes pride in quality workmanship, thrives under pressure, and enjoys solving complex mechanical and electrical challenges. If you are dependable, professional, team-oriented, and committed to being the best at your craft, we want to hear from you.

This position is ideal for a technician with extensive diesel engine and power generation experience who enjoys working independently in the field while supporting critical infrastructure throughout Alberta.

Dual-ticket candidates with electrical experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

About Gentech Field Services

Gentech Field Services is a specialized provider of mission-critical power generation solutions serving commercial, industrial, institutional, and construction sectors throughout Alberta.

Our customers rely on us to maintain and support life-safety and emergency power systems in:

Hospitals and healthcare facilities
High-rise residential towers
Commercial office buildings
Warehouses and distribution centres
Construction sites
Industrial facilities
Critical infrastructure environments

Our services include:

Commercial and industrial diesel generators
Natural gas generators
Emergency standby power systems
Diesel fire pumps
Generator rentals
Engine diagnostics and repairs
Preventative maintenance programs
Equipment installations and commissioning
Load bank testing and compliance inspections

We are a solution-focused organization with our own rental fleet and a reputation for responding when others cannot. When critical power systems fail, our customers count on us to get them back online safely and efficiently.

Position Overview

As a Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician specializing in power generation systems, you will be responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, repairing, commissioning, and supporting a wide range of diesel and natural gas generator systems.

You will work directly with customers while representing Gentech's commitment to professionalism, technical excellence, and exceptional service.

This is a field-based position requiring strong mechanical aptitude, electrical troubleshooting skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently.

Key Responsibilities

Diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair diesel and natural gas generator systems.
Perform preventative maintenance in accordance with CSA C282 standards and manufacturer recommendations.
Troubleshoot complex electrical, mechanical, fuel, cooling, exhaust, and control system failures.
Perform major engine repairs, component replacements, and complete engine overhauls.
Conduct load bank testing, commissioning, and system performance verification.
Diagnose and repair transfer switches, generator controls, and associated emergency power equipment.
Read and interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, schematics, blueprints, and service documentation.
Complete detailed service reports and maintenance records.
Respond to emergency service calls as part of an on-call rotation.
Communicate professionally with customers, facility managers, contractors, and building operators.
Mentor apprentices and junior technicians when required.
Maintain a clean, organized, and professional service vehicle and work environment.
Participate in ongoing technical and manufacturer training programs.
Perform all work safely while adhering to company policies, industry regulations, and best practices.

Required Qualifications

Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician (Off-Road Certification Required).
Strong diesel engine diagnostic and repair experience.
Proven electrical troubleshooting and fault-finding abilities.
Experience using OEM diagnostic software and testing equipment.
Ability to work independently and manage field service assignments with minimal supervision.
Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence with a clean driver's abstract.
Legally eligible to work in Canada.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office and digital service reporting systems.
Own professional-grade toolbox and hand tools.
Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation and occasional overtime requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with any of the following will receive strong consideration:

Dual-ticket certification (Industrial Electrician, Power Systems Electrician, Millwright, Automotive Service Technician, or related trade).
Experience with commercial and industrial power generation systems.
Knowledge of CSA C282 requirements.
Generator commissioning experience.
Experience with automatic transfer switches (ATS), switchgear, and paralleling systems.
Experience supporting mission-critical standby power systems.
Load bank testing and performance verification experience.

Preferred Generator Experience

Experience with one or more of the following manufacturers is highly desirable:

Caterpillar
Cummins
MTU
Kohler
Generac
Perkins
John Deere
Volvo Penta
Mitsubishi
FG Wilson
Hipower
Atlas Copco
Doosan
Detroit Diesel

Experience with generator control platforms including:

Deep Sea Electronics (DSE)
ComAp
Woodward
SmartGen
Caterpillar EMCP
Cummins PowerCommand

What Success Looks Like at Gentech

Our best technicians share several common traits:

Calm and effective under pressure.
Accountable and solution-focused.
Organized in both documentation and equipment management.
Efficient without sacrificing quality or safety.
Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
Committed to continuous learning and professional development.
Proud of their workmanship and reputation.
Team-oriented with a long-term mindset.
Driven to solve problems and deliver exceptional service.

We are looking for professionals who take ownership of their work and understand the importance of keeping critical power systems operational when people depend on them most.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and move heavy components safely.
Ability to work in mechanical rooms, rooftops, construction sites, and industrial environments.
Ability to kneel, crouch, climb, and work in confined spaces when required.
Ability to travel throughout Alberta as required.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation based on experience, certifications, and technical competency.
Company service vehicle.
Overtime opportunities.
Health and dental benefits.
Ongoing manufacturer and factory training.
Opportunities for career advancement.
Supportive, professional, and respectful team environment.
Exposure to advanced power generation equipment and critical infrastructure projects.
Long-term career growth with a rapidly growing Alberta-based company.

Why Join Gentech?

At Gentech Field Services, we do more than repair equipment—we support hospitals, residential towers, businesses, and critical facilities that depend on reliable emergency power systems.

Our technicians are trusted experts who solve problems, respond when others cannot, and help keep essential services operational when power matters most.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career with a growing industry leader, we encourage you to apply.

Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with experience, certifications, and technical competency.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company events
Dental care
Disability insurance
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

French not required

Experience:

Mechanical: 5 years (preferred)

Language:

English (required)

Licence/Certification:

Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic (Certified) (required)
Drivers License (required)

Work Location: In person

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