Production Technician

Suncor; Fort McMurray; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading energy company as a Production Technician at the largest In Situ operation in the world. This role offers the chance to work alongside talented operators, ensuring the safe and reliable operation of process equipment while optimizing production. With a commitment to sustainability and operational excellence, the company fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can thrive. Enjoy a Fly-in/Fly-out schedule and the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in the energy sector. If you have a passion for safety and continuous improvement, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in heavy oil, water treatment, or steam generation.
• 2nd or 3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe operation of process equipment in assigned units.
• Perform routine tasks like monitoring levels, pressures, and temperatures.
• Initiate repairs or requests for repairs when needed.

Skills

Heavy Oil Operations

Water Treatment

Steam Generation

Troubleshooting

Safety Awareness

Education

2nd or 3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

time left to apply End Date: February 21, 2025 (5 days left to apply)

job requisition id R0011910

Joining Suncor means you will work for one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.

Do you have a passion for SAGD oil operations and are you interested in working at the largest In Situ operation in the world? We are now hiring Production Technicians for Fly-in/Fly-out (FIFO) positions from our Firebag site. If you are a safety champion with a continuous improvement mindset, we want to hear from you!

This role will provide an opportunity to work side-by-side with some of the most talented operators in the energy industry, learn our operating units, and progress in increasing levels of responsibility.

You will maintain the safe and reliable operation of process equipment in your assigned processing units to optimize production in an environmentally responsible manner.

Minimum Requirements:

• Five years of experience in heavy oil, water treatment or steam generation
• 2nd or 3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate (ABSA certified)
• A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record

Key Accountabilities:

• Perform plant operation duties for smooth and efficient operations and ensure shift changes are well communicated
• Ensure timely action and process adjustments during plant upsets that are consistent with operational objectives and target outputs
• Perform routine operating tasks such as monitoring levels, pressures, and temperatures
• Perform basic troubleshooting and initiate repairs or requests for repairs when required
• Prepare equipment and systems for maintenance

Location & other key details:

• You will work out of our Firebag location, which is our largest in situ operation and one of the largest in the world (located 120 km northeast of Fort McMurray, Alberta)
• This is a Fly-in/Fly-out (FIFO) camp-based position; you will FIFO from a Suncor hub location: Calgary/Edmonton, Alberta or Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
• The shift schedule is a 7 days on / 7 days off rotation (7 days on, 7 days off, 7 nights on, 7 nights off; 12-hour shifts)
• This position is safety sensitive
• You will be required to perform some heavy lifting, use ladders and work on elevated work sites such as scaffolds and towers, with the ability to perform in a variety of different environments both indoor and outdoor as well as within confined spaces

Why Suncor?

Suncor's operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and the company's Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks (including Canada's Electric Highway, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations).

With a strong strategy for growth and our long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline and technology and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. We offer rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute and grow in a variety of career-building positions – all of which means tremendous potential for your future.

We are focused on deepening our commitment to inclusion and diversity and creating a respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We have numerous employee inclusion networks to help foster an inclusive and respectful culture and drive positive change within Suncor. Current networks include both workplace inclusion networks (focusing on inclusion and respect for all), and identity-focused networks (focusing on building community and a sense of belonging and allyship). Through the Journey of Reconciliation, we are progressing the way we think and act to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.