Team Lead Maintenance

Suncor Energy; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive bonus (20% target)

401(k) up to 6% match

Profit sharing contribution

Pension plan (cash balance)

Job summary

Suncor Energy in Commerce City, Colorado, is seeking an experienced Pipefitter/Welder for a senior maintenance role at our refinery. You will lead a skilled crew, coordinate with Operations to prioritize work, and use SAP-based maintenance processes to deliver safe, reliable production.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in maintenance, expertise in welding and pipefitting, and a strong background in planning, scheduling, and QA/QC.

Qualifications

• Requires 10+ years maintenance experience in pipefitting/welding.
• Experience in refinery or chemical processing environments.
• Trade school or apprenticeship covering SMAW/GTAW, isometrics, ASME codes, rigging.
• Strong planning, scheduling, and SAP/maintenance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pipefitter/welder crew in daily maintenance tasks.
• Coordinate with Operations to set priorities and ensure safe, reliable production.
• Apply OEMS maintenance processes for consistent execution.
• Contribute to planning, strategy, and problem-solving in Maintenance.
• Ensure training programs to develop trade skills and safety performance.
• Use SAP and maintenance systems for planning and reporting.
• Collaborate with Reliability and Engineering on performance issues.
• Promote safety, accountability, and customer service.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Maintenance planning

Continuous improvement

Education

HS diploma or GED with trade/apprenticeship

Tools

SAP

Prometheus

Primavera

Job description

At Suncor, we produce and provide energy. When you join Suncor, you become part of a company that has built a solid foundation for both business and employee success. We are a place where talented people thrive. As part of our team, you play a vital role in delivering energy we all rely on, and you'll make a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work.

Salary Range: $125,000 - $145,000 Annually Salary ranges are included for job postings where required by law. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

What we offer:

• Compensation: Annual incentive bonus program with a 20% target, 401(k) plan with up to a 6% vested match, pre-tax, Roth, and post-tax options, an automatic 1.5% profit sharing contribution, and Suncor-funded cash balance defined benefit pension plan (vests in 3 years)
• Benefits: Competitive and flexible employee benefits package that can be adjusted to suit the changing needs of your life, including: 3 medical options (including HSA and FSA options), 2 dental options, vision coverage, and an Employee Assistance Plan
• Generous time-off: Vacation program of 3 to 4 weeks (based on credited prior experience) as well as 12 additional personal paid time off days annually
• Talent development programs: Internal mobility, succession planning, and employee training and development programs are just a few ways we're dedicated to your development

Requirements:

• 10+ years of maintenance experience in pipefitting/welding and mechanical repair of refinery/industrial process equipment
• Experience in refinery or chemical processing environments, including design and/or repair of process equipment
• High school diploma or GED as well as Trade School and/or apprenticeship covering multiple welding processes (SMAW & GTAW), isometrics, ASME codes, Rigging/Lifting and QA/QC fundamentals
• Strong technical skills, including advanced knowledge of maintenance practices, planning/scheduling and working knowledge of SAP, Prometheus, and Primavera
• Well-developed leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate across diverse teams
• Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.A.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, supervise, and support the Pipefitter/Welder crew in executing daily maintenance tasks
• Partner with Operations to set work priorities, address equipment concerns, and support safe, reliable production
• Apply maintenance work processes as outlined in OEMS to ensure consistent execution and results
• Act as a key member of the Maintenance Department, contributing to strategy, planning, and problem-solving
• Ensure training programs are in place to develop and maintain required trade skills and safety performance
• Use maintenance expertise to identify root causes of failures and drive continuous improvement
• Fully utilize SAP and other maintenance systems to support planning, scheduling, execution, and reporting
• Collaborate with Reliability and Engineering to address equipment performance issues and long-term risks
• Promote strong customer service, accountability, and ownership while fostering a safe, professional work environment aligned with organizational values and expectations

Location and Key Details: You will work out of our Commerce City refinery, located at 5801 Brighton Blvd. This is a safety sensitive position

Suncor is committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and building an inclusive, results-oriented and high-performance culture where all members of our team feel safe, valued and respected.

At Suncor, our vision is to be Canada's leading energy provider respected for our people, performance, sustainability and relationships that together create value-added contributions to society, communities, customers and shareholders.

Top Employer: Suncor Energy Inc.