Heavy Equipment Mechanic / Heavy Equipment Operator

Location: Iqaluit, Nunavut
Schedule: 6 Weeks On / 2 Weeks Out Rotation
Pay: $2,000 – $3,000 per week
Travel Requirement: Nunavut

Looking for a career where your commute may involve an Arctic runway and your toolbox works harder than your gym membership? We are hiring an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to support large-scale civil infrastructure and construction projects in Nunavut.

This is an opportunity to work on some of Canada’s most unique and challenging projects while earning competitive pay, working rotational schedules, and having flights, accommodations, and meals fully covered.

What You’ll Be Working On

Projects may include:

• Heavy civil construction
• Water and sewer infrastructure
• Roads and airport projects
• Aggregate production and crushing operations
• Piling and drilling operations
• Industrial and commercial construction
• Remote Arctic infrastructure projects

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain heavy equipment and support fleets
• Perform preventative maintenance and field repairs
• Inspect equipment for faults and operational deficiencies
• Repair or replace defective mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components
• Maintain accurate maintenance and service records
• Support construction crews during active field operations
• Assist with drilling and piling equipment maintenance
• Work safely and independently in remote Arctic environments

Equipment Experience Considered an Asset

• Heavy Equipment
• Crushing & Aggregate Equipment
• Trucks & Support Fleet
• Drilling & Piling Equipment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of heavy equipment mechanic experience
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical diagnostic skills
• Experience with Caterpillar, Komatsu, Epiroc, or similar brands preferred
• Heavy civil construction experience preferred
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Previous remote camp or Arctic experience is a major asset
• Comfortable working away from home for extended rotations

What’s Offered

• Competitive weekly pay
• Overtime opportunities available
• Company-paid flights
• Camp accommodations and meals provided
• Long-term project opportunities
• Team-oriented work environment
• Experience working on major Northern infrastructure projects
• Company provides all tools and PPE

Schedule

• Full-time rotational position
• 10-hour shifts
• Monday to Friday schedule
• Weekend and overtime work as required
• Remote Arctic work environment

Why Live & Work in Nunavut?

• Experience a unique Northern culture with strong Inuit traditions, community events, and local arts
• Enjoy outdoor activities like snowmobiling, fishing, hiking, wildlife viewing, and seeing the Northern Lights
• Build valuable career experience working on large-scale Arctic infrastructure and remote projects
• Gain skills that stand out across Canada in construction, heavy equipment, mining, and remote operations
• Rotational schedules provide extended time off and opportunities to travel or spend time with family

Working in Nunavut offers more than just a paycheque; it is a chance to experience Canada’s Arctic, grow your career, and be part of projects few people ever get to experience.

Work Location: In Person – Iqaluit, Nunavut
Language Requirement: English required; French not required

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship.

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