Top Drive Technician, Drilling

Savanna

City of Leduc

On-site

CAD 85,000 - 112,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health & dental benefits

Life, AD&D & disability coverage

Employee stock plan with 150% employer

Safety incentive program

Career development

Job summary

Savanna is hiring a Top Drive Technician in Leduc, Alberta. The role focuses on inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of top drive equipment both in the shop and on drilling rigs.

You’ll support rig-up, commissioning, overhauls and inventory management while ensuring safety and compliance with HSE standards. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years’ top drive experience, strong mechanical skills, and relevant journeyman certifications.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
2 years minimum top drive maintenance experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude with hydraulic and electrical troubleshooting.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to field locations.
Willingness to participate in on-call rotation and irregular hours.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, servicing and repairs on top drive equipment.
Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical issues.
Assist with top drive rig-up, installation, removal and commissioning.
Maintain maintenance, inspection and field service records.
Travel to drilling rigs to troubleshoot and repair equipment as needed.
Provide technical support to field personnel on equipment operation and maintenance.

Skills

Top drive maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Troubleshooting hydraulic systems

PLC controls experience

Travel readiness

Education

Journeyman Mechanic certification

Journeyman Electrician certification

Job description

Savanna Drilling is looking for an experienced Top Drive Technician to join our team in Leduc, Alberta.

The Top Drive Technician is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and servicing of top drive equipment. This position provides technical support both in the shop and at drilling rig locations to ensure equipment remains safe, reliable and operationally ready.

What You’ll Be Doing

Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, servicing and repairs on top drive equipment.
Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical issues.
Inspect components for wear, damage, leaks and other conditions that may affect safe operation.
Assist with top drive rig-up, installation, removal and commissioning.
Support major overhauls, rebuilds, upgrades and equipment modifications.
Travel to drilling rig locations to troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and complete repairs.
Provide technical support to field personnel on proper equipment operation and maintenance.
Support rig moves, equipment installations and start-up activities.
Maintain accurate maintenance, inspection and field service records.
Maintain top drive spare parts inventory and identify required replacement parts.
Perform all work in accordance with Savanna’s HSE policies, manufacturer specifications and applicable industry requirements.

What We’re Looking For

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 2 years of top drive maintenance experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude with experience troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems.
Working knowledge of top drive equipment and associated systems.
Journeyman Mechanic or Electrician certification is an asset.
Electrical and PLC controls experience is an asset.
Previous oilfield or drilling industry experience is an asset.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Valid driver’s licence.
Ability to travel to field locations as required.
Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and work outside regular hours when operationally required.

What Savanna Offers