Mine Maintenance Electrician

Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL); Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading mining project as an Electrical Shovel Maintenance Technician, where you will ensure the reliability of critical equipment. This role involves collaborating with a dedicated maintenance team on-site at the Albian Oil Sands in Fort McMurray, with a competitive salary and extensive benefits. If you have a Journeyman Certificate and relevant experience in electrical maintenance, apply today for the chance to be part of a recognized industry leader focused on teamwork, integrity, and community investment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Stock options

100% employer-paid health benefits

Potential for relocation assistance

Fly-in/Fly-out options

First-class camp facilities

Health & Wellness Spending Account

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Typically, 1-2 years of industry experience in Electrical Shovel Maintenance.
• Expertise in electric mining shovels and power distribution.
• Ability to work on elevated sites.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair electrical components on heavy equipment.
• Support mechanical trades in engine and transmission replacements.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Knowledge of PCL control systems

Voltage switching

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Journeyman Certificate in Alberta

Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate

Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License

Job description

The Opportunity

JOB DESCRIPTION
As a valuable member of the Albian Sands mining project and reporting to the Shift Team Lead, you will be responsible for supporting the mine maintenance team by safely maintaining the shovel fleet to ensure optimum reliability and availability of the assets.

• Job location: Albian Oil Sands, Fort McMurray, Alberta
• Shift schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off - 7 nights on, 7 nights off, working 12-hour shifts
• Safety sensitive position: Yes
• Application deadline: July 14, 2025

Key Accountabilities

• Utilize your electrical experience to focus on the maintenance and repair of electrical components on heavy equipment including Bucyrus 495HF Cable Shovels, Hitachi EX 8000 & EX 2500 Hydraulic Shovels, and Komatsu PC3000 Hydraulic Shovels.
• Support mechanical trades in removing and replacing major components such as engines, transmissions, and wheel motors.

What You Bring To The Role

• Typically, 1-2 years of industry experience in Electrical Shovel Maintenance.
• Journeyman Certificate in Alberta and/or an Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License or equivalent.
• Expertise in electric mining shovels, power distribution, PCL control systems, voltage switching, troubleshooting trail cables, and working with various electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work on elevated sites such as scaffolds and aerial work platforms in indoor and outdoor environments.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, stock options, company-matched stock savings plan, and annual bonuses.
• 100% employer-paid extended health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Potential for relocation assistance.
• Additional premiums may apply.
• Fly-in/Fly-out options from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta.
• First-class camp facilities.
• Health & Wellness Spending Account.
• Volunteer opportunities and Employee & Family Assistance Program.

Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more!

About Us

We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025. Our culture focuses on developing people, teamwork, integrity, and having fun.

Industry Leader: Founded in 1989, now employing over 10,000 people and producing over 1 million BOE/d.

Community Investment: Committed to social responsibility, investing in communities where we operate.

Compensation and Benefits: We aim to share our success through comprehensive packages.

Our People, Our Stories: Demonstrating our strong culture of development, teamwork, and integrity.

All candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.