Maintenance Summer Student

Tundra Oil & Gas; Virden; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Tundra Oil & Gas, based in Manitoba, invites applications for a Surface Maintenance Student position for the summer of 2027 (May–August) out of the Virden, Manitoba office. Reports to the Surface Maintenance Manager.

Responsibilities include control system programming, data entry, drafting, arc flash data gathering, field support, and troubleshooting. Must be enrolled in a post-secondary program and hold a valid Class 5 license. Pre-employment drug/alcohol testing required.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a post-secondary program (preferably second year or higher).
• Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing required.

Responsibilities

• Control system programming
• Data entry and gathering
• Fire or confined space watch
• Drafting, including redlines
• Arc flash study data gathering
• Research and development projects
• Running parts to the field for others
• Wireless system troubleshooting and repair
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Basic electrical theory

MS Office familiarity

Basic networking knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Mathematical ability

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Independent work

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary program enrollment

Job description

Tundra Oil & Gas is a Manitoba-based oil and gas exploration and production company and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Winnipeg-based James Richardson & Sons, Limited. Tundra’s head office is in Winnipeg, with additional offices in Virden and Calgary. At Tundra, we believe that our people are the foundation of our success, and we are dedicated to growing our company in a sustainable and disciplined way. This philosophy has served us well since our inception in 1980. Today, Tundra is a team 300-strong, and a leader in the Manitoba and southeast Saskatchewan oil industry. We take pride in supporting the communities in which we operate and stewarding the resources we manage for today and for the future. We are committed to working together and to getting everyone home safe every day.

Tundra has an opportunity for a Surface Maintenance Student for the summer of 2027 (May–August) based out of the Virden, Manitoba office.

REPORTS TO:Surface Maintenance Manager

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

Depending on your experience and education, duties may include:

• Control system programming
• Data entry and gathering
• Fire or confined space watch
• Drafting, including redlines
• Arc flash study data gathering
• Research and development projects
• Running parts to the field for others
• Wireless system troubleshooting and repair
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Must be enrolled in a post-secondary program (preferably second year or higher)
• Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Basic electrical theory knowledge
• Familiarity with MS Office products
• Basic networking knowledge
• Mechanical aptitude and mathematical ability
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent judgment and safety awareness
• Physical ability to lift items weighing approximately 20 kg or more
• Ability to work safely, recognize potential hazards, and adhere to Tundra’s Safety and Loss Control Program and policies
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships internally and externally

OTHER DETAILS:

• This is a safety-sensitive position and requires pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
• Primarily office-based with potential for some field work

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.