Gas Compression Field Technician

Finning International Inc.; Fort St. John; Hybrid; CAD 76,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

RSP and Pension

Medical benefit program

Skill development and continuing ed

Job summary

Finning Canada is hiring 50 Gas Compression Technicians to support expanding operations in Fort St John. You will troubleshoot and oversee repairs on Caterpillar gas engines in the shop and in the field, leveraging your CAT G3600 experience to deliver reliable service to our customers.

The role requires a Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician certification (Millwright or Automotive also accepted) and at least two years as a journeyman technician, with strong electrical and powertrain

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician Certification (Millwright and Automotive also accepted).
• Minimum 2 years experience as a Journeyman Technician.
• CAT G3600 experience is essential.
• 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.
• Must be able to demonstrate basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

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

Education

Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician Certification (Millwright and Automotive also accepted)

Tools

Job description

Company: Finning Canada Number of Openings: 7 Worker Type: Permanent Position

Overview

Finning is growing fast—and so are the opportunities! We’re hiring 50 Gas Compression Technicians to support our expanding operations. If you have CAT G3600 experience and are interested in 14x14 remote work, this opportunity in Fort St John is for you! (5x2 schedule available for Locals)

Wage: $54.79-$60.88 base hourly rate (+RWA+premiums)

Shift: 14x14 continuous shift (5x2 for locals)

Travel: up to $1000 travel pay to commute to Fort St John area

Accommodation: Supplied (different options available)

Logistics: Tooled truck supplied

What's in it for you:

• Competitive hourly wage
• RSP and Pension
• Comprehensive medical benefit program
• Opportunity for skill development, certifications and continuing education

Job Description

In this role, 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
• Largescale overhauls and rebuilds
• Component replacements
• Completing required paperwork and maintaining clear customer communication

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician Certification (Millwright and Automotive also accepted)
• Minimum 2 years experience as a Journeyman Technician
• CAT G3600 experience is essential
• 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
• Must be able to demonstrate basic computer skills

Important Details

• 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

You are required to become a member of the Union associated with this position. This will be effective immediately and will result in union dues being deducted from your pay. The terms and conditions of your employment will be governed by the collective agreement.

Equity & Diversity

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.

About Us

Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar dealer delivering unrivalled service for over 80 years. The company sells, rents and provides parts and service for equipment and engines to customers in various industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, forestry and a wide range of power systems applications. Finning employs approximately 14,500 people world-wide and operates in three geographies, with the head office in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

OUR DIVISIONS

Finning International Inc. is the corporate head office of the publicly traded corporation, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol: FTT.

Finning Canada is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories, and a portion of Nunavut.

Finning South America is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia.

Finning UK and Ireland is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Rental of equipment is facilitated through the dealership locations as well as The Cat Rental Store locations in Finning Canada and Finning South America.

OEM Remanufacturing - OEM, a Finning enterprise, is one of North America's most advanced engine and powertrain component remanufacturing providers and is located in Edmonton, Alberta.