Heavy Equipment Technician

Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL); Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to join their dynamic Mining team. This role is crucial in supporting maintenance goals at the Albian Mine, where you will work closely with field and shop crews to ensure optimal performance of heavy equipment. Your expertise in heavy-duty mechanics will be essential as you inspect, diagnose, and repair various machines including Haul Trucks, Dozers, and Excavators. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the reliability and efficiency of mining operations while working in a collaborative environment that values your skills and experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with mining equipment maintenance.
• Journeyperson certification in Heavy Equipment Technician required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair heavy mining equipment.
• Utilize computerized systems for maintenance planning and reporting.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Diagnostic Skills

Preventative Maintenance

Education

Heavy Equipment Technician Journeyperson Certificate

Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate

Tools

Computerized Testing Equipment

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Opportunity

As the first line of support, Heavy Equipment Technicians are an integral member of Canadian Natural’s Mining team. You will directly support mine maintenance goals and objectives at our Albian Mine. In this role, you will collaborate with and work alongside field and shop maintenance crews to ensure that all heavy equipment is optimized and maintained. You will utilize your heavy-duty mechanical experience to focus on the maintenance requirements for designated heavy equipment including Haul Trucks, Dozers, Graders, Loaders, Excavators and other support equipment.

Key Accountabilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, repair and clean heavy equipment as assigned
• Utilize computerized and other testing equipment to determine repairs and create detailed service reports
• Make recommendations regarding repairs and methods for improvement
• Interpret and complete both scheduled and unscheduled work orders
• Contribute to the ongoing reliability of all heavy equipment and complete preventative maintenance requirements
• Test repaired equipment to verify proper maintenance

Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working on mining equipment, specifically supporting off-road heavy equipment
• Heavy Equipment Technician Journeyperson Certificate in Alberta and/or an Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license
• Basic understanding of computer-based Mine Maintenance Planning Programs and Microsoft Office suite