Gas Compression Field Technician

Job summary

The technician will perform field diagnosis, running repairs, and large-scale overhauls on Caterpillar gas and diesel engines. They are responsible for maintaining clear customer communication and completing all required documentation for repairs.

Job details

Company: Finning Canada Number of Openings: 7 Worker Type: Permanent Position Overview: Finning is growing fast—and so are the opportunities! We’re hiring 50 Gas Compression Technicians to support our expanding operations. If you have CAT G3600 experience and are interested in 14x14 remote work, this opportunity in Fort St John is for you! (5x2 schedule available for Locals) Wage: $54.79-$60.88 base hourly rate (+RWA+premiums) Shift: 14x14 continuous shift (5x2 for locals) Travel: up to $1000 travel pay to commute to Fort St John area Accommodation: Supplied (different options available) Logistics: Tooled truck supplied What's in it for you: - Competitive hourly wage - RSP and Pension - Comprehensive medical benefit program - Opportunity for skill development, certifications and continuing education Job Description: In this role, you’ll put your skills into action by partnering directly with customers to keep their operations running at peak performance. You’ll troubleshoot and oversee repairs on a wide range of Caterpillar gas and diesel engines—both in the shop and out in the field—leveraging your technical knowledge to build trust, solve challenges, and deliver the reliability our customers depend on. Your work will include: Field diagnosis and running repairs Largescale overhauls and rebuilds Component replacements Completing required paperwork and maintaining clear customer communication Qualifications: Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician Certification (Millwright and Automotive also accepted) Minimum 2 years experience as a Journeyman Technician CAT G3600 experience is essential Previous CAT general line experience including troubleshooting skills and a good understanding of CAT engine and powertrain components 2 years experience on gas engines and compressors 2 years experience operating a service truck Must be able to demonstrate basic computer skills Important Details: A condition of employment may include the ability to obtain Customer Site access (Drug & Alcohol, fitness testing) and wear a respirator where applicable Union Membership: You are required to become a member of the Union associated with this position. This will be effective immediately and will result in union dues being deducted from your pay. The terms and conditions of your employment will be governed by the collective agreement. At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.

What you’ll do

The technician will perform field diagnosis, running repairs, and large-scale overhauls on Caterpillar gas and diesel engines. They are responsible for maintaining clear customer communication and completing all required documentation for repairs.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician certification with at least 2 years of experience. Essential qualifications include specific experience with CAT G3600 engines and the ability to operate a service truck.

Benefits

• RSP • Pension • Comprehensive medical benefit program • Skill development • Certifications • Continuing education

Listed skills

• Troubleshooting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• CAT G3600
• Heavy equipment maintenance
• Field diagnosis
• Engine repair
• Troubleshooting
• Powertrain components
• Gas engine maintenance
• Compressor maintenance
• Service truck operation
• Computer skills
• Mechanical repair
• Overhauls
• Rebuilds
• Component replacement
• Computer Literacy
• Customer Communications Management
• Disabilities
• Operations
• Relationship Building
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)

Job areas

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