Heavy Duty Mechanic - Powerhouse Maintenance
- Edmonton, AB
- On-site
- Posted Oct 20, 2026
- 1 position
$66 / hour
Opens an external site
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Senior · 5+ years
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Apply by
- Nov 10, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The Heavy Duty Mechanic will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of Caterpillar generators and C-175 prime power units in a powerhouse setting. This includes diagnosing engine issues, managing fuel systems, and completing technical documentation such as service reports and inspections.
Job details
Company: Number of Openings: 1 Worker Type: Permanent Position Overview: Finning is seeking Heavy Duty Mechanics to support our Mining client in Nunavut. In this role, you will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment and CAT C-175 Prime power units. This role offers a rewarding and life-changing opportunity building strong northern communities while working in one of Canada’s most unique areas. What’s In It For You? • Rate: $66.33/hr (based on a 5x2 schedule, daily overtime, 14 day set) • Travel Allowance (to get to marshalling point Edmonton or Yellowknife) • Industry leading Employer paid benefits • Employee Share Purchase Plan Options • RRSP and Retirement Plan options • Boot and Tool Allowance • Employee Rewards – exclusive access to discounts and perks • CAT Dealer grade training Job Description: Operate and repair Caterpillar generators in a powerhouse setting Diagnose and troubleshoot C175 engine or genset repairs Diagnosis and repair engines, generator, fuel system, heat exchangers and PLC controllers in the powerhouse Utilize Caterpillar SIS and ET daily Complete technical documentation (daily service reports, warranty, crossover notes, inspections) Interact with customers, sales support, and the rest of the Finning team Work with the Service Supervisor on various tasks as required Qualifications Interprovincial Heavy Equipment Technician; Dual Ticket Electrical would be an asset Preference given to candidates with C-175 experience Valid drivers licence with a successful recent drivers abstract Prior powerhouse operation experience would be considered an asset Supervisory control system experience including Woodward, SCADA ,DSLC, emcp 4.1-4.4 would be considered an asset Completion of Finning S-Levels, Failure Analysis, Machine Electronic Controls or Tier 4 training would be considered an asset Previous Caterpillar power generation or mining experience would be considered an asset Important Details: Schedule: 12 Hours per Day - Paid on a 5x2 schedule Travel Assistance to get to marshalling point (tax free) Up to $1,200 per rotation (to cover associated costs of getting to marshalling point) Customer flights provided from Edmonton or Yellowknife Customer Camp provided 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 be responsible for the repair and maintenance of Caterpillar generators and C-175 prime power units in a powerhouse setting. This includes diagnosing engine issues, managing fuel systems, and completing technical documentation such as service reports and inspections.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an Interprovincial Heavy Equipment Technician certification and possess a valid driver's license. Preference is given to those with prior experience in powerhouse operations, C-175 engines, and supervisory control systems.
Benefits
- Employer paid benefits
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- RRSP and Retirement Plan
- Boot and Tool Allowance
- Employee Rewards
- CAT Dealer grade training
- Travel Allowance
- Customer flights provided
- Customer Camp provided
Listed skills
- Technical Documentation · Preferred
- Troubleshooting · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Heavy Equipment Maintenance
- Caterpillar Generator Repair
- Engine Diagnostics
- Troubleshooting
- Fuel Systems
- Heat Exchangers
- PLC Controllers
- Caterpillar SIS
- Caterpillar ET
- Technical Documentation
- Powerhouse Operation
- Supervisory Control Systems
- Woodward
- SCADA
- DSLC
- EMCP 4.1-4.4
- Sales Support
- Engine Repair
- Control Systems
- Disabilities
- Heat Exchanger
- Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA)
- Mechanics
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
- Teamwork
Job areas
- Trades
- Energy
- Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Heavy Duty Mechanic
- Heavy Equipment Mechanic
- Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
- Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines
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