Whether you're digging foundations or building communities, our reliable equipment delivers precision for construction work. Select from top brands like Komatsu, BOMAG, and Takeuchi, plus custom attachments to ensure you have the right tools for the job.

Balancing economic harvesting with sustainable forest management is key to preservation. With rugged, purpose-built forestry equipment from TimberPro and Komatsu, you can manage just that. Our team is ready to assist you no matter how remote your site is.

Dense urban areas can limit your ability to work efficiently, but our compact solutions from trusted brands like Takeuchi can help you navigate tightly confined spaces with the horsepower you require.

Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) Jobs

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From the smallest Takeuchi to the largest off-highway haul truck, our Heavy Equipment Technicians assemble, maintain, repair, and rebuild heavy equipment in a safe, efficient, and capable manner. We are looking for intrinsically motivated individuals committed to making safe choices when completing all tasks, whether it’s in the shop or out in the field.
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2020 Technician of the Year for Canada

Jordan Baker - HET, Fort McMurray

“There’s a lot of great mechanics here, and there isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t learn something new or try to do better than the day before. It’s humbling because I don’t necessarily consider myself the top contender for this standard, and I am beyond appreciative”, said Baker.

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2019 Technician of the Year for Canada

Clayton Kennon - HET, Fort McMurray

“The biggest challenge in the tech trade is everything changing all the time,” Kennon says.

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Recruiting highly talented and dedicated personnel

Why work with SMS Equipment?

This is a very exciting time to be a part of SMS Equipment. We are one of the largest Komatsu dealers in the world and believe our continued growth is a result of our highly skilled and engaged employees who deliver excellence in the workplace. If you are interested in working for a very dynamic company where your input, your ideas and your participation is valued, apply today. Our growth means your success.

Responsibilities

In general, heavy equipment technicians:

Interpret work orders and technical manuals
Keep equipment cleaned, lubricated and maintained
Diagnose faults or malfunctions
Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts, components or systems
Test repaired equipment for proper performance and ensure that the work done meets manufacturers' specifications and legislated regulations
Complete service reports

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Apprenticeship Programs and Certified Technician Training

SMS Equipment recognizes the importance of investing in our future and supporting our trades people in their goal to reach journeyperson and/or certified technician status.

Our apprenticeship program provides hands on experience and the opportunity to work on challenging projects with industry experts. We work to provide balance for each apprentice in assisting them with planning their education and hours of work experience.

Our certified technician program offers continuous training and development on the job.

Keep your eye on our open positions for apprenticeship opportunities.

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Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) Jobs

Are you ready for something bigger?

For the second consecutive year, one of SMS Equipment’s own has been awarded top technician for Canada

Why work with SMS Equipment?

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Apprenticeship Programs and Certified Technician Training