Heavy Duty Mechanic - Field - Syncrude

Finning International Inc.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment service company in Fort McMurray is seeking a Heavy Duty Mechanic to service and repair Caterpillar mining equipment. The position requires a valid Heavy Equipment Technician certification and at least 3 years of experience in a mining environment. The role operates on a 14x14 shift schedule and offers a competitive compensation package, including shift premiums, vacation time, and wellness perks.

Benefits

Hourly rate of $69.56 - $72.11

Paid breaks and vacation

Industry leading Benefits and Pension

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience as a Heavy Duty Technician in a mining environment.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license with a successful recent drivers abstract.
• Ability to conduct and perform duties and leverage resources independently.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair large Caterpillar mining equipment.
• Comply with all safety requirements from customer and Finning.
• Interface with customers and perform diagnostics and repairs as needed.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Certification

Troubleshooting

Attention to Detail

Education

Interprovincial Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Certification

Tools

Caterpillar product line

SIS 2.0

Job description

Heavy Duty Mechanic - Field - Syncrude page is loaded

Heavy Duty Mechanic - Field - Syncrude

Apply locations Fort McMurray, AB, CA time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date: August 20, 2025 (12 days left to apply) job requisition id R-2025-3406

Company:

Finning Canada

Number of Openings:

11

Worker Type:

Permanent

Position Overview:

We are currently looking for dedicated Heavy Duty Mechanics who, working in the customer shop as well as field, will be responsible for servicing, field running, troubleshooting, and intervention repair of large Caterpillar mining equipment some undercarriage may be required. This field position is on a 14x14 shift, rotating days and nights, and will provide support to our Syncrude locations.

Industry leading total compensation plan:

• Compensation Perks
- Hourly rate: $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
- PPE provided

• Accommodation Perks
- Non-Wood Buffalo residents: Premium Camp/Condo provided and
Regional Wage Allowance paid
- Local Wood Buffalo residents: Monthly location allowance

If you are a safety conscious team player, self-motivated, detail-oriented and possess your Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician certification with a valid driver’s license, then you are exactly who we are looking for.

Job Description:

• Safety conscience team player with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a high attention to detail
• Comply and engage with all safety requirements from customer and Finning
• Trouble shooting equipment and perform repairs independently
• 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 field runner duties and in mine repairs as needed
• Perform undercarriage repairs as needed

Qualifications:

• Interprovincial Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Certification
• Minimum 3 years experience as a Heavy Duty Technician in a mining environment
• Valid class 5 driver’s license with a successful recent drivers abstract
• 797F truck experience will be considered and asset
• Ability to conduct and perform duties and leverage resources independently
• Ability to independently troubleshoot and perform internal engine repairs
• 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

Note:

• This position will work a 14x14 continuous shift, rotating days and nights, and will provide support to our Syncrude locations.
• A condition of employment is the ability to be fit tested and the ability to wear a respirator
• 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 notdiscriminate 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.

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About Us

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.