Heavy Duty Mechanic - Field - Aurora

Finning; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 97,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry leading wage

Shift premium

Night shift premium

14x14 shift

Vacation time

Camp allowance

Medical benefits

Employee share purchase plan

Pension plan

CAT training

Job summary

Finning Canada is seeking Heavy Duty Mechanics to support the Syncrude Aurora Mine Site, both in the shop and in the field. You will work on large CAT mining equipment with a 14x14 shift, and must be able to troubleshoot and repair complex systems, with CAT training provided.

The role offers a permanent position with competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and an emphasis on safety and teamwork. A Journeyperson certification and mining experience are required.

Qualifications

• Interprovincial Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Certification.
• Minimum 3 years experience as a Heavy Duty Technician in a mining environment.
• Dedication to safety at all times.
• Ability to conduct and perform duties and leverage resources independently.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot and perform internal engine repairs.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills, both written and verbal.
• Deep Understanding of the Caterpillar product line.
• Ability to effectively navigate SIS 2.0 without assistance.

Responsibilities

• Trouble shooting equipment and perform repairs independently.
• Provide detailed daily service reports.
• Interface with customers, products and sales support.
• Work with the supervisor on various tasks and duties as needed.
• Maintain Finning Customer Service Commitment.
• Perform component intervention diagnosis and repairs.
• Perform undercarriage repairs.

Skills

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Communication skills

CAT product knowledge

Team player

DPSS proficiency

SIS 2.0 navigation

DSN submissions

Mining equipment repair

Education

Interprovincial Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Certification

Tools

SIS 2.0

DPSS

DSN

DSS (Driver Safety System)

Job description

Company: Finning Canada

Number of Openings: 8

Worker Type: Permanent

Position Overview: Finning is growing fast-and so are the opportunities! We're hiring Heavy Duty Mechanics to support our customer at Syncrude Aurora Mine Site in both the shop and field. If you have large CAT mining equipment experience this job is for you.

What's in it for you?

• Industry Leading Wage: $70.19 - $77.99/h
• Continuous Shift Premium: $3.50/h
• Night Shift Premium: $3.50/h *when applicable
• Continuous Shift: 14x14; extra 15 scheduled weeks off per year
• Vacation and flex/sick time in year one!
• Premium camp or location allowance provided
• 75% Employer paid medical benefits
• 6% Voluntary Employee Share Purchase, earns 2% Finning match
• 6% Employer paid pension, plus additional match
• CAT certified training: Additional certifications and skill development paid for by Finning

Job Description

• Comply and engage with all safety requirements from customer and Finning
• Trouble shooting equipment and perform repairs independently
• Provide detailed daily service reports
• Interface with customers, products and sales support
• Working with the supervisor on various tasks and duties as needed
• Maintain Finning Customer Service Commitment
• Perform component intervention diagnosis and repairs
• Perform undercarriage repairs

Qualifications

• Interprovincial Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Certification
• Minimum 3 years experience as a Heavy Duty Technician in a mining environment
• Dedication to safety at all times
• Ability to conduct and perform duties and leverage resources independently
• Ability to independently troubleshoot and perform internal engine repairs
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills, both written and verbal
• Deep Understanding of the Caterpillar product line
• Ability to effectively navigate SIS 2.0 without assistance
• Ability to leverage and prove competency in searching DPSS to assist with troubleshooting and find information
• Ability to independently submit DSN in event troubleshooting requires additional support or has been deemed a requirement
• Mining equipment repair experience considered an asset
• D10 / D11 / 797B(F) / 793 / 24M product knowledge considered an asset
• Completed Finning S Level courses an asset
• Team player
• Exposure to DSS (Driver Safety System) and ability to troubleshoot system is considered an asset

Note

• This position will work a 14x14 shift, rotating days and nights, and will provide support to our Syncrude Aurora Mine Site Shop.
• Will be required to provide own tooling and will receive a yearly tool allowance
• A condition of employment is the ability to obtain Customer Site access (Drug, Alcohol and fitness testing) and wear a respirator where applicable
• Any future shift changes that may occur will be made in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Collective Agreement.
• Candidate selection will be in compliance with the terms of the current 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.