Heavy Duty Mechanic - Field - Mildred Lake

Natural Factors; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Heavy Duty Mechanics to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with Caterpillar equipment in Alberta's oil sands, providing a safe work environment and comprehensive training. You will be equipped with fully stocked service trucks and all necessary tools to excel in your role. With an industry-leading compensation plan and numerous perks, including paid breaks and vacation, this position is designed for those looking to build a long-term career. If you are safety-conscious and ready for a challenging yet rewarding experience, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Employee Share Purchase Plan Options

Boot Allowance

Tools and PPE provided

Accommodation Perks

Wellness Perks

Paid breaks

Industry leading Benefits and Pension

Continuous shift; extra 15 scheduled weeks off per year

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician Certification is required.
• Strong troubleshooting skills on Caterpillar mining products are essential.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair Caterpillar equipment in the field.
• Complete technical documentation and interact with customers.

Skills

Field Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician Certification

Tools

Caterpillar SIS

Caterpillar ET

Job description

Company:

Finning Canada

Number of Openings:

9

Worker Type:

Permanent

Position Overview:

As the world's largest Caterpillar dealer, we are looking for the BEST Heavy Duty Mechanics who are ready to build a long-term career with Finning. We set you up with DEALER GRADE TRAINING, FULLY STOCKED SERVICE TRUCKS with all the TOOLS you need to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair a variety of Caterpillar open pit mining equipment within Alberta’s oil sands.

• Industry leading total compensation plan
• Compensation Perks
• $69.56 - $72.11 / hour
• Hourly premiums available: continuous shift, night shift, first aid
• Paid breaks
• Paid vacation, sick and flex time
• Employee Share Purchase Plan Options
• RRSP Options
• Overtime & double time hours available
• Wellness Perks
• Continuous shift; extra 15 scheduled weeks off per year
• Industry leading Benefits and Pension
• Boot Allowance
• Tools and PPE provided
• Accommodation Perks
• Non-Wood Buffalo residents: Premium Camp provided and Regional Wage Allowance paid
• Local Wood Buffalo residents: Monthly location allowance

We take pride in the quality of our work and provide a SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT for our people. Safety is not just a culture; it is a founding principal of our business. From trucks with 100,000 running hours to trucks that can run themselves, there is endless opportunity to carve out your future with Finning.

Job Description:
Major Job Functions

• Safety conscious team player with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a high attention to detail
• Troubleshoot and repair Caterpillar equipment
• Perform field diagnosis and field running repairs
• Utilize Caterpillar SIS and ET daily
• Complete technical documentation (service reports, warranty, crossover notes)
• Interact with customers, sales support, and the rest of the Finning team
• Work with the Service Supervisor and Leadhand on various tasks as required

Qualifications:

• Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) Certification
• Strong field troubleshooting skills on the Caterpillar mining product line required
• Minimum 1 year field technician experience
• Valid class 5 driver’s license with a successful recent drivers abstract

Note:

• This field position is on a 14x14 day/night continuous shift rotation based out of our Mildred Lake facility
• A condition of employment is the ability to be fit tested and the ability to wear a respirator
• Candidate selection will be in compliance with the terms of the current Collective Agreement
• Please note that any future shift changes that may occur will be made in accordance with the terms and conditions of 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.