Heavy Duty Mechanic

Frontiers North Adventures is a Certified B Corporation® and an internationally recognized leader in authentic and sustainable adventures in Canada’s subarctic. We host guests in the remote community of Churchill, Manitoba to dine beneath the northern lights, splash alongside beluga whales, and lock eyes with wild polar bears. We are committed to sustainable, purpose-driven tourism that respects the land and the community we operate in.

Our fleet, including the iconic Tundra Buggy® and the Tundra Buggy Lodge, is what makes these experiences possible, and it takes a skilled team to keep it running safely through some of the harshest conditions in the country.

We are hiring a Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our Garage and Fleet team in Churchill for the autumn polar bear season (October and November). In this role, you will inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair our fleet and specialized equipment, including Tundra Buggies, passenger and service vehicles, and the mechanical systems supporting the Tundra Buggy Lodge. You will help ensure our vehicles and equipment are safe, reliable, and ready to deliver an unforgettable guest experience in subarctic conditions.

This is a seasonal, term position based in the remote community of Churchill, Manitoba, accessible only by rail or plane.

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, braking, steering, suspension, and drivetrain systems across our fleet.
• Troubleshoot diesel engine fault codes, heavy-duty transmissions, transfer cases, and drive axles.
• Perform preventative maintenance, tune-ups, and pre-season overhauls in accordance with manufacturer and operational requirements.
• Service and repair specialized Tundra Buggy systems, including custom wide-track wheel assemblies, high-clearance subframes, and auxiliary hydraulic drives.
• Maintain generators, heating, water, and waste systems supporting the Tundra Buggy Lodge.
• Winterize fleet vehicles and equipment for extreme subarctic conditions.
• Respond to field service calls and perform diagnostics and repairs at remote locations during active tour operations.
• Complete required inspections in accordance with applicable Manitoba transportation requirements and company safety standards.
• Provide technical guidance to Shop Assistants and less experienced coworkers.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders.
• Follow the Manitoba Workplace Safety and Health Act and Regulation, along with all company health and safety policies, including WHMIS, lockout and tagout, and PPE requirements.

Required Education and Certifications

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Truck and Transport Mechanic, or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Journeyperson certification (Red Seal preferred) in Heavy Duty Equipment Technician or Truck and Transport Mechanic.
• Valid Class 2 driver's licence (buses, 24-plus capacity) is required or must be obtained as a condition of employment.
• Valid Class 1 driver's licence (semi-trailer trucks) is an asset.

Experience

• Extensive hands-on experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Experience maintaining heavy equipment in remote or extreme environments.
• Supervisory or lead hand experience in a shop setting is an asset.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills across a diverse fleet in time-sensitive situations.
• Sound decision-making under pressure in a remote, resource‑limited environment.
• Effective communication skills in English; other languages are an asset.
• Proficiency with office applications (Google Workspace) is an asset.

This position is based in Churchill, a small subarctic…