Gas Compression Field Technician

Finning; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Finning is hiring 50 Gas Compression Field Technicians to support our Alberta and BC operations. You will diagnose, repair and overhaul Caterpillar gas engines and accessories in shop and field, with focus on reliability for our customers.

We seek Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanics with CAT experience, a Class 5 license, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and willingness to travel across our territory. Union benefits apply as described.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic Certification (Millwright and Automotive also accepted).
• Valid class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving record for field positions.
• Minimum 2 years experience as a Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic.
• Previous CAT general line experience including troubleshooting CAT engine and powertrain components.
• 2 years experience on gas engines and compressors; 2 years operating a service truck.
• Completion or in progress of Finning S-level courses.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills; team player.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Field diagnosis and running repairs.
• Large-scale overhauls and rebuilds.
• Component replacements.
• Completing required paperwork and maintaining clear customer communication.

Skills

Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Basic computer skills

Education

Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic Certification

Tools

CAT engine knowledge

Job description

Position Overview: Finning is growing fast—and so are the opportunities!

Company: Finning

Number of Openings: 1

Worker Type: Permanent

Position Overview: Finning is growing fast—and so are the opportunities! We’re hiring 50 Gas Compression Field Technicians to support our expanding operations in Alberta and BC. If you have CAT G3600 experience and are looking for a challenge to increase your expertise, this job is for you! As our workload and service offerings continue to increase, you’ll play a key role in keeping our customers and their CATs running at their best. Don’t miss out - apply today!

Job Description

As a Gas Compression Tech, you’ll put your skills into action by partnering directly with customers to keep their operations running at peak performance. You’ll troubleshoot and oversee repairs on a wide range of Caterpillar gas and diesel engines—both in the shop and out in the field—leveraging your technical knowledge to build trust, solve challenges, and deliver the reliability our customers depend on. Your work will include:

• Field diagnosis and running repairs
• Large‑scale overhauls and rebuilds
• Component replacements
• Completing required paperwork and maintaining clear customer communication

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic Certification (Millwright and Automotive also accepted)
• Valid class 5 driver’s license with a successful drivers abstract required for field positions
• Minimum 2 years experience as a Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic
• Previous CAT general line experience including troubleshooting skills and a good understanding of CAT engine and powertrain components
• 2 years experience on gas engines and compressors
• 2 years experience operating a service truck
• Completion, or in the process of completing Finning S-level courses
• Team player will have excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Must be able to demonstrate basic computer skills

Important Details

• Various options of location and shifts (throughout Alberta and Northern BC)
• Must be able and willing to travel to and from customer sites across our territory
• Tooled company truck supplied, hotel & per diem or camp when travelling
• A condition of employment may include the ability to obtain Customer Site access (Drug & Alcohol, fitness testing) and wear a respirator where applicable

Union Membership: This is a unionized position. Union dues will be deducted from your pay upon hire. Terms of employment are governed by a collective agreement.

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations / adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.