Lead Mechanic - Offroad Equipment
Saanichton, BC
Position
Lead Technician Mechanic– Off-Highway Equipment
Mission Island Group (MIG) is a locally owned waste management and sustainability company serving Greater Victoria since 2000. We are seeking an experienced Lead Technician to oversee the maintenance, repair, and reliability of our heavy off-highway and material-handling equipment.
We take pride in fostering a workplace built on safety, teamwork, accountability, and respect. Whether you're on the front lines serving customers, maintaining equipment, supporting operations, or working behind the scenes, every role plays an important part in our success.
This is a full-time, permanent position with a Tuesday to Saturday schedule from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM. A company service truck, laptop, cell phone, coveralls, and a fully equipped shop are provided.
Wage
- Starting at $48/hour, flexible based on experience
- Additional wage premiums available for Class 1 or Class 3 drivers
Benefits
- Extended health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- GRSP program
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid time off
- Company events
- On-site parking
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose, service, and repair loaders, excavators, telehandlers, and other heavy equipment
- Lead preventative maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime
- Coordinate maintenance activities, parts, and external service providers
- Supervise and mentor technicians and apprentices
- Track maintenance history and equipment performance using fleet management software
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements
- Support continuous improvement and asset reliability initiatives
Qualifications
- Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician certification
- Experience repairing and maintaining off-highway and stationary heavy equipment
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence (Class 3 an asset)
- Experience with fleet management/work order software (Fleetio an asset)
- Must supply personal hand and power tools relevant to the trade
Work Location
- Home base: 6588 Bryn Road, Saanichton, BC
- Combination of shop-based and field service work
- Supporting operations throughout South Vancouver Island
If you're passionate about making a difference, delivering great service, and contributing to a growing organization that values its people and its communities, we'd love to hear from you!
Mission Island Group
Mission Island Group exists to build a stronger, more sustainable future for Vancouver Island by partnering with locally owned waste and environmental service businesses. As part of the group, we provide our partner companies with operational expertise, shared resources, and strategic investment, helping them grow while maintaining their local identity and community relationships. By keeping revenue on the Island and prioritizing responsible waste management, recycling, and diversion practices, we support job creation, strengthen communities, and advance environmental stewardship. Our network of locally rooted companies ensures reliable, professional service across the Island while reinforcing the values, trust, and long-term vision that define Mission Island Group.



