Technician, Mining

Suncor; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and bonuses

Pension and savings plans with company

Health, dental, vision benefits foryou

Employee assistance program

Generous vacation and personal time

Talent development and training

Camp-based accommodation

Job summary

Suncor is seeking Mining Heavy Duty Technicians to join the Fort Hills team at the Fort McMurray site in Alberta. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing some of the industry’s largest mining equipment in a camp-based environment.

Ideal candidates are mechanically skilled, safety-focused, and eager to contribute to reliable mining operations. Fort Hills offers a camp-based rotation with 12-hour shifts and a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency.

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.
• Valid Alberta Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician (Off Road) Certificate or Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyman Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic/Off Road Certificate.
• Superior mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency with computers for equipment maintenance data.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting, use ladders, and work at heights or in confined spaces.
• Ability to work 7/7 rotation with 12-hour shifts.
• Position is safety sensitive.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair mining heavy equipment at the Fort Hills site.
• Follow safety protocols in a camp-based environment and ensure reliable operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

CAT equipment

Komatsu haul trucks

Hitachi shovels

P&H shovels

Maintenance data systems

High school diploma

Driver's license

Education

Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician certificate (Alberta)

Interprovincial Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic/Off Road certificate

Job description

Mining Heavy Duty Technicians - Fort Hills - 7/7 - Camp - Fort McMurray, AB

Suncor is seeking Mining Heavy Duty Technicians to join their team at the Fort Hills mining site near Fort McMurray, Alberta. This role involves maintaining and repairing some of the industry's largest mining equipment in a camp-based environment. Ideal candidates are mechanically skilled, safety-focused, and eager to contribute to reliable mining operations.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive compensation, regional-based uplifts, annual bonuses, and long-term financial rewards
• Pension programs and savings plans with company matching
• Comprehensive company-paid health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
• Employee assistance program
• Generous paid vacation and personal time-off
• Talent development, internal mobility, and training programs
• Camp-based accommodation at Fort Hills mining site

What You'll Need

• Two years of post-apprenticeship experience maintaining mining heavy equipment
• Experience with Caterpillar (CAT) auxiliary equipment, Komatsu haul trucks, Hitachi shovels, and P&H 4100 shovels
• Valid Alberta Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician (Off Road) Certificate or Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyman Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic/Heavy Equipment Technician (Off Road) Certificate
• Superior mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Proficiency with computers for equipment maintenance data
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Ability to perform heavy lifting, use ladders, and work at heights or in confined spaces
• Ability to work 7/7 rotation with 12-hour shifts
• Position is safety sensitive