Heavy Equipment Technician - Leadhand

Date: Jan 9, 2026

Location: Acheson, CA

Company: Nors

With a legacy of over 90 years, we continue to grow and strengthen our presence in the 7 countries where we operate, with more than 100 units and representation of leading brands in our business areas.
Every day, we strive to meet market needs with excellent solutions, equipment, and services — and we believe we have the best talent to deliver on those expectations.

Ready to take the next step in your career?
Your new opportunity might be right here.


We are looking for a Heavy Equipment Technician - Leadhand to join our Service team in Acheson, Alberta

What's the challenge?

As our Lead Hand (shop and field), you’ll play an important role in helping the Service Supervisor with day-to-day planning, organization, and workflow. You’ll take on major diagnostics and repairs, and be hands-on with daily shop repairs. You’re counted on to provide top-quality leadership and service, while following the company’s established policies and procedures. In this role, you’ll also help develop and coach apprentices.

 

What do we expect from you?

 

Experience Required:

  • Red Seal or Journeyman Technician Certification
  • 2-5 years related experience
  • Solid knowledge of equipment systems and repairs
  • Good communications skills with customers, peers and supervisors
  • Basic knowledge of computer applications
  • Committed to continuous learning
  • Strong technical background and capable of communicating with technicians and customers regarding parts and service
  • Health & Safety Knowledge – OH & S rules and regulations guidelines

 

Education Required:

  • Red Seal Technician certification

 

**May be asked to work evenings and weekends**

**Position duties also include the completion of any additional tasks or projects as requested*

What will you find here?

What’s in it for you……

We’re a growing business in an exciting industry, and we’re a family. This is a unionized full-time, permanent position. We offer a competitive compensation package, which includes full health and dental, plus a company sponsored RRSP plan. You’re going to have an amazing feeling of fulfilment when your efforts contribute to the success of your technicians, and ultimately lead us to become each customer’s first choice for service, equipment, and parts.

Do you want to embrace a new challenge within Nors and be part of a growing team? We’re waiting for you! 

At Nors, we believe in our people as the driving force behind our success. We value respect, continuous learning and our values, promoting a positive, fair and inclusive working environment.

All opportunities are open on the basis of equality, respecting the different abilities, backgrounds, identities and cultures that make us who we are.

making it work. making it happen.