Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
Burnaby, BC | Full-Time | Mon–Fri, 8:00am–4:30pm
Build Your Career on Specialized Municipal Equipment
Vimar Equipment has an immediate requirement for an experienced Heavy Duty Equipment Technician to join our growing service team. If you take pride in your diagnostics expertise—especially electrical systems—and want to work on specialized municipal equipment in a professional, well-supported environment, this role is for you!
You’ll work on street sweepers, vacuum trucks, hydro-excavators, and other purpose-built municipal equipment, supporting municipalities across BC and the Yukon. This role offers variety, technical challenge, and a clear path into a Lead Hand position.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Diagnose and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on municipal equipment
- Perform advanced electrical troubleshooting (strong emphasis on electrical systems; multiplex experience an asset)
- Disassemble, repair, and reassemble engines and major systems including cooling, fuel, and exhaust
- Test and verify repairs to ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications and safety regulations
- Provide technical support over the phone and in the field
- Complete preventative maintenance, fabrication, and occasional welding
- Interpret technical manuals, schematics, and work orders
- Maintain accurate service reports and documentation
- Keep tools, service vehicles, and work areas clean and organized
- Support company environmental, health & safety, and security policies
- Step into a Lead Hand role as you become familiar with Vimar equipment and processes
What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years experience performing heavy duty service repairs.
- Strong electrical diagnostics skills (multiplex systems experience is a strong asset)
- Proven experience repairing heavy industrial or municipal equipment
- Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
- Ability and desire to mentor others and grow into a leadership role
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean abstract
- Comfortable with service documentation and basic computer use
- Physically capable of lifting up to 75 lbs repeatedly
- Clear, professional English communication (written and verbal)
Preferred but not required:
- Licensed Heavy-Duty Technician or Commercial Transportation ticket
- CVIP Inspector License
- Forklift certification (or willingness to obtain)
Why Join Vimar Equipment?
- Stable, weekday schedule – no evenings or weekends
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Work on specialized, high-quality municipal equipment
- Clean, professional shop with strong parts and service support
- Long-term growth potential with a clear path to leadership
About Vimar Equipment
Vimar Equipment provides sales, parts, and service support for municipal equipment including street sweepers, vacuum trucks, hydro-excavators, and related equipment. Our Burnaby-based parts and service facility supports customers throughout British Columbia and the Yukon. Learn more at www.vimarequipment.com.
Thank you for your interest in this position and joining our growing team. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $48.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- What is your desired starting salary?
Experience:
- Electrical systems: 5 years (preferred)
- Heavy Duty Mechanic repairs: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Heavy Duty Technician or Commercial Transportation Ticket (preferred)
- Driver's License (required)
Work Location: In person
