Mechanical Technician

One of our clients, a major oil and gas company has tasked us with finding a Mechanical Technician to join their team in Calgary, Alberta on a 6-month contract with a high possibility of extension. This is an entry-level opportunity suited for candidates with mechanical aptitude, technical training, or hands-on experience gained through education, internships, apprenticeships, or previous work experience. The Mechanical Technician will support maintenance activities, equipment reliability initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts within a maintenance facility environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining equipment in accordance with established maintenance programs and reliability-centered maintenance practices. They will contribute to equipment readiness, support maintenance operations, and ensure accurate documentation of maintenance activities within company systems. Key Responsibilities Perform maintenance activities on assigned equipment in accordance with maintenance programs, standard work instructions, and reliability-centered maintenance strategies. Support on-time delivery of equipment to meet operational requirements. Record maintenance activities, labor hours, equipment movements, work orders, parts usage, and other maintenance data within computerized maintenance management systems. Follow established maintenance procedures and product line standards. Assist in improving equipment reliability, maintenance efficiency, and productivity within the maintenance base. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing downtime, improving equipment turnaround times, and enhancing asset utilization. Support repair and refurbishment programs, including the reuse of approved parts where applicable. Assist with failure investigations and root cause analysis activities as assigned. Maintain compliance with competency management requirements, company procedures, and safety standards. Collaborate with maintenance personnel and other team members to achieve operational objectives. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical diploma, mechanical trades training, or related education is considered an asset. Previous hands-on mechanical experience through work, co-op placements, internships, apprenticeships, or personal projects is an asset. Basic understanding of mechanical systems, tools, and maintenance practices. Ability to interpret procedures, work instructions, and technical documentation. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and willingness to learn maintenance management systems. If you're interested, apply!

Perform maintenance activities on assigned equipment following reliability-centered maintenance strategies and standard work instructions. Document all labor hours, parts usage, and work orders within the computerized maintenance management system.

Requires a high school diploma with a preference for technical diplomas or mechanical trades training. Candidates should have basic mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience gained through education, internships, or previous work.

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• Mechanical Maintenance
• Equipment Reliability
• Root Cause Analysis
• CMMS
• Technical Documentation
• Microsoft Office
• Preventive Maintenance
• Failure Investigation

• Trades
• Engineering
• Energy
• Manufacturing

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Aug 27, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level

Application method

Direct apply is available