Mining Heavy Equipment Technician (7/7 Camp Shifts)

Suncor Energy Inc.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual bonuses

Pension and savings plans

Health, dental, vision benefits

Generous vacation and personal time

Job summary

Suncor Energy Inc. is seeking a Heavy Duty Technician to join the Fort Hills team in Alberta. You will perform planned maintenance and repairs on mining heavy equipment, ensuring reliability and safety across the fleet.

The role requires a Alberta Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician (Off Road) certification or equivalent, plus strong troubleshooting and data-retrieval skills. Camp-based site with seven days on/off rotations and 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Two years of post-apprenticeship experience maintaining mining heavy equipment.
• Experience with CAT auxiliary equipment, Komatsu haul trucks, Hitachi shovels and P&H 4100 shovels.
• A Alberta Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician (Off Road) Certificate or Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyman Heavy Duty Equipment Technician (Off Road) Certificate.
• Superior mechanical aptitude and proven troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency with computers to retrieve data for equipment maintenance.
• A High School Diploma or GED.
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Execute all planned maintenance inspections and repairs on all types of heavy and auxiliary equipment.
• Run maintenance repairs on equipment, including troubleshooting hydraulic systems, engines, transmissions, electronics, etc.
• Remove and replace major components (engines, transmissions, wheel motors, etc.).
• Ensure preventative maintenance guidelines are adhered to and maintain complete and accurate records.
• Participate in post-event failure analysis and root cause discussions to develop solutions.
• Operate company-provided equipment in a safe manner.
• Build practices and procedures for repairs and implement approved modifications for the heavy equipment and auxiliary fleet.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical systems

Safety conscience

Education

Alberta Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician (Off Road) Certificate

Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyman Heavy Duty Equipment Technician (Off Road)

Tools

CAT auxiliary equipment

Komatsu haul trucks

Hitachi shovels

P&H 4100 shovels

Computer data access for maintenance

Job description

Suncor Energy Inc. is seeking a Heavy Duty Technician to join the Fort Hills team in Alberta. You will perform planned maintenance and repairs on mining heavy equipment, ensuring reliability and safety across the fleet.

The role requires a Alberta Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician (Off Road) certification or equivalent, plus strong troubleshooting and data-retrieval skills. Camp-based site with seven days on/off rotations and 12-hour shifts.