Mechanical Technician

eBrandon; Virden; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent oil and gas company in Manitoba is seeking a Mechanical Technician to maintain equipment and assist in operations. This field-based role requires a High School Diploma, a valid driver's licence, and oilfield maintenance experience. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, maintaining logs, and responding to equipment failures. Candidates must possess strong problem-solving skills and be willing to train others. The company emphasizes safety and a commitment to health standards, including pre-employment drug testing.

Qualifications

• Oilfield maintenance experience required.
• Valid class 5 driver's licence is mandatory.
• Basic electrical knowledge is essential.

Responsibilities

• Keep maintenance logs in the CMMS program.
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs on equipment.
• Respond to equipment failures promptly.

Skills

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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, Estevan, 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 400-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.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Tundra is excited to announce an opportunity for a Mechanical Technician, based out of the Waskada, MB office.

This position is responsible for keeping Tundra's CMMS (OpsReady) program current with entering all required documentation, including filling out work requests on faulty equipment, completion remarks in work orders on finished work, and updating equipment specifications, as well as other reporting tasks.

REPORTS TO: Maintenance Coordinator

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Keeping maintenance logs up to date in the CMMS Program (OpsReady)
• Providing daily schedule to the Maintenance Coordinator and taking direction from the Coordinator and Operations
• Performing troubleshooting, repairs and general maintenance on Tundra's field equipment
• Aiding in maintaining the preventative maintenance program including documentation, schedules and follow up work orders
• Responding promptly to equipment failure
• Maintaining an inventory of maintenance parts
• Completing lease inspections and performing pumpjack inspections
• Assisting operations staff with training
• Following and enforcing Safe Work Procedures
• Following and enforcing all safety and security procedures, including responding to emergency response situations

WHAT YOU NEED

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid class 5 driver's licence
• Oilfield maintenance experience
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Mechanical aptitude with basic electrical knowledge

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Highly organized and effective time management skills
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Desire to train others
• Safety conscious

OTHER DETAILS

• This position is primarily field-based, and the successful incumbent must be prepared to work in all weather conditions and remote locations
• Must have the ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Required to participate in the on-call rotation schedule to address critical issues promptly
• Ability to lift 25 kilograms or more
• Must be able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Tundra Oil & Gas Limited is committed to protecting the health and safety of all individuals involved in our business activities, and the communities where we live and work. Given this commitment, Tundra requires pre-employment drug & alcohol testing for this position.

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.

If you are interested in joining our rapidly growing team, please visit the Careers section of our website at www.tundraoilandgas.com and apply on-line to submit your cover letter and resume by December 21, 2025.

We wish to thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.