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Heavy Duty Mechanic - Field - Syncrude

  • Fort McMurray, AB
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 14, 2026
  • 1 position

$70–$78 / hour

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Mid-level · 3+ years
Minimum education
Professional degree
Apply by
Jan 1, 2027
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

The Heavy Duty Mechanic will perform troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance on mining equipment in both shop and field settings. They are responsible for maintaining safety standards and providing excellent customer service while working collaboratively with the supervisor.

Job details

Company: Number of Openings: 1 Worker Type: Permanent Position Overview: Finning is growing fast—and so are the opportunities! We’re hiring Heavy Duty Mechanics to support our customer at Syncrude Basemine in both the shop and field. If you have large CAT mining equipment experience this job is for you. Don’t miss out - apply today! What’s in it for you? • Industry Leading Wage: $70.19 - $77.99/hour • Continuous Shift Premium: $3.50/hour • Night Shift Premium: $3.50/hour • Flexible Shift Rotations/Shift Rotation: 14x14, extra 15 scheduled weeks off per year • Paid Time Off in Year 1 • Accommodation Support: premium camp or location allowance of $1350/month is provided • Employer paid medical benefits • Employer paid pension • Employee matched Share Purchase options • CAT certified training: Additional certifications and skill development paid for by Finning Job Description: Major Job Functions: Safety conscience team player with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a high attention to detail Comply and engage with all safety requirements from customer and Finning Trouble shooting equipment and perform repairs independently Interface with customers, products and sales support Working with the supervisor on various tasks and duties as needed Maintain Finning Customer Service Commitment Perform component intervention diagnosis and repairs Perform field runner duties and in mine repairs as needed Perform undercarriage repairs as needed Qualifications: Interprovincial Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic Certification Minimum 3 years experience as a Heavy Duty Mechanic in a mining environment Valid class 5 driver’s license with a successful recent drivers abstract 797F truck experience will be considered and asset Ability to conduct and perform duties and leverage resources independently Ability to independently troubleshoot and perform internal engine repairs Deep understanding of the Caterpillar product line Ability to effectively navigate SIS 2.0 without assistance Ability to leverage and prove competency in searching DPSS to assist with troubleshooting and find information Ability to independently submit DSN in event troubleshooting requires additional support or has been deemed a requirement Important Detail: This position will work a 14x14 continuous shift, rotating days and nights, and will provide support to Syncrude Basemine (D08). A condition of employment is the ability to obtain Customer Site access (Drug, Alcohol and fitness testing) and wear a respirator where applicable. Any future shift changes that may occur will be made in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Collective Agreement. Candidate selection will be in compliance with the terms of the current 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 Heavy Duty Mechanic will perform troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance on mining equipment in both shop and field settings. They are responsible for maintaining safety standards and providing excellent customer service while working collaboratively with the supervisor.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Interprovincial Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic Certification and have at least 3 years of experience in a mining environment. Proficiency with Caterpillar product lines and the ability to pass site access requirements are mandatory.

Benefits

  • Medical benefits
  • Pension
  • Share purchase options
  • Training
  • Accommodation support
  • Shift premiums

Listed skills

  • interpersonal skills · Preferred
  • Safety Compliance · Preferred
  • Communication · Preferred
  • Troubleshooting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Heavy duty mechanics
  • Troubleshooting
  • Mining equipment maintenance
  • CAT equipment
  • Undercarriage repair
  • Engine repair
  • SIS 2.0
  • DPSS
  • DSN submission
  • Safety compliance
  • Communication
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Sales Support
  • Engine Repair
  • Time Off Management
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Customer Service
  • Disabilities
  • Mechanics
  • Mining Engineering
  • Product Lining
  • Purchasing
  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Prioritization
  • Detail Oriented

Job areas

  • Trades
  • Energy
  • Engineering
  • Manufacturing
  • Heavy Duty Mechanic
  • Heavy Equipment Mechanic
  • Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
  • Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines

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