Heavy Equipment Technician

Ledcor; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Camp accommodations

Chartered flights from Edmonton/Calary

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Technicians to support the CNRL Albian Reclamation project in Fort MacKay, AB. You'll service haul trucks, loaders, dozers and excavators to keep equipment safe and reliable for operations.

Responsibilities include diagnosing issues, performing preventive maintenance, and completing service records. Shift options include days and nights; project is 14 days on/off with camp accommodations and charter flights from Edmonton or Calgary.

Qualifications

• Mining or heavy civil experience preferred
• Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician Certification
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems
• Experience reading schematics and using diagnostic tools
• Experience with CAT, John Deere, and Komatsu equipment strongly preferred
• Available for day/night shifts

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy mining equipment including haul trucks, loaders, dozers, and excavators
• Perform scheduled maintenance and inspections to keep equipment running safely and efficiently
• Repair and replace components to OEM standards, focusing on CAT, John Deere, and Komatsu equipment
• Complete service records and communicate equipment status to operations teams
• Work safely with tools and follow site safety procedures; coordinate repairs to minimize downtime

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Mining experience

Diagnostics tools

CAT equipment knowledge

John Deere equipment knowledge

Komatsu equipment knowledge

Shift flexibility

Education

Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician Certification

Apprentice program experience

Tools

CAT diagnostic software

John Deere ServiceAdvisor

Komatsu troubleshooting scope

Job description

Description

Ledcor is looking for experienced Heavy Equipment Technicians to support our operations in CNRL Albian Reclamation project in Fort MacKay, AB.

You’ll work on a fleet of haul trucks, loaders, dozers, and excavators, helping keep critical equipment safe, reliable, and ready for the job.

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Essential Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy mining equipment including haul trucks, loaders, dozers, and excavators
• Perform scheduled maintenance and inspections to keep equipment running safely and efficiently
• Repair and replace components to OEM standards, with a focus on CAT, John Deere, and Komatsu equipment
• Complete service records and communicate equipment status to operations teams
• Work safely with tools and equipment, following all site safety proceduresCollaborate with mechanics and operations to prioritize repairs and minimize downtime

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in heavy equipment repair (mining or heavy civil preferred)
• Apprentice or Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician Certification
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems
• Experience reading schematics and using diagnostic tools
• Experience with CAT, John Deere, and Komatsu equipment strongly preferred
• Must be available for day / night shifts

Work Conditions

• Project based position working 14 days on and 14 days off, working 12 hours per day
• Work is anticipated to be completed in April 2027 with potential for extension
• Camp accommodations
• Chartered flights from Edmonton or Calgary
• Work will be primarily outdoors and in various weather conditions

Additional Information

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We’re experts in all infrastructure construction and maintenance related projects. Our vast projects include: full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways and resources, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, independent power projects and site reclamation.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees.

• Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.
• Employees also receive a competitive retirement package.
• These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

Fort MacKay Industrial Park Lot 21, Fort McMurray, AB