Gas Compression Field Technician

Finning; Fort St. John; Hybrid; CAD 74,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

RSP and Pension

Comprehensive medical benefits

Education & Certifications

Job summary

Finning is seeking Gas Compression Technicians to support operations in Fort St. John, BC. The role involves diagnosing and repairing Caterpillar gas engines in shop and field, with a 14x14 shift pattern and potential for locals 5x2.

Travel pay up to $1000, supplied accommodation, and a tool truck are provided. You will diagnose, overhaul, and replace components while maintaining customer communication and completing required paperwork.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician Certification required (Millwright/Automotive accepted).
• Minimum 2 years as Journeyman Technician.
• CAT G3600 experience is essential.
• CAT engine and powertrain knowledge desirable.
• 2 years gas engines and compressors experience.
• 2 years operating a service truck.
• Basic computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Field diagnosis and running repairs.
• Largescale overhauls and rebuilds.
• Component replacements.
• Complete paperwork and maintain clear customer communication.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Computer skills

Education

Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician Certification

Millwright/Automotive accepted

Tools

CAT G3600

Service truck operation

Job description

Position Overview:

Finning is growing fast—and so are the opportunities! We’re hiring 50 Gas Compression Technicians to support our expanding operations.

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 respiratorwhere 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.

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.