Heavy Equipment Technician
Top Benefits
About the role
The Opportunity
At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada’s energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right.
Make your mark while you grow your career! As the first line of support, Heavy
Equipment Technicians are integral members of Canadian Natural’s Mining team.
You will directly support mine maintenance goals and objectives at our Albian
Mine. In this role, you will collaborate with and work alongside field and shop maintenance crews to ensure that all heavy equipment is optimized and maintained. You will utilize your heavy-duty mechanical experience to focus on the maintenance requirements for our shovels fleet at our Albian Mine.
- Job location: Albian Oil Sands Site - Fort McMurray, Alberta
- Shift schedule: 7 x 7, 12-hour shift
- Safety sensitive position: Yes
- Application deadline: August 19, 2026
Key Accountabilities
- Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, repair and clean heavy equipment as assigned
- Utilize computerized and other testing equipment to determine repairs and create detailed service reports
- Make recommendations regarding repairs and methods for improvement
- Interpret and complete both scheduled and unscheduled work orders
- Contribute to the ongoing reliability of all heavy equipment and complete preventive maintenance requirements
- Test repaired equipment to verify proper maintenance
What You Bring to the Role
- 5+ years of working on mining equipment, specifically supporting off-road heavy equipment
- Heavy Equipment Technician Journeyperson Certificate in Alberta and/or an Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license
- Basic understanding of computer-based Mine Maintenance Planning Programs and Microsoft Office suite
What We Offer
- Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
- 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
- May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
- May be eligible for additional premiums
- Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
- First class camp facilities
- Health & Wellness Spending Account
- Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
[https://www.cnrl.com/content/uploads/2024/03/Compensation-and-Benefits-Experienced.pdf] to learn more about what we have to offer!
We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers
[https://www.forbes.com/lists/canada-best-employers/?sh=1d264f302790] in 2025 and 2026.
We invest in your career through offering a culture that focuses on developing
people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.
Industry Leader: We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and
modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.
Community Investment: Social responsibility is a critical element of our
commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.
Compensation and Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees
through a comprehensive total compensation package.
Our People, Our Stories: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists
at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.
Check out some of our Employee Testimonials
[https://www.youtube.com/@CanadianNaturalCNRL]!
All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to
work in Canada with no restrictions.
While we appreciate all applications we receive, kindly note only candidates
under consideration will be contacted.
Not the right fit? Search for Heavy Equipment Technician jobs in Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada
About Canadian Natural
Experience challenging and empowering opportunities with Canada’s largest independent crude oil and natural gas producer. Become part of an organization that continually strives for safe, effective, efficient and environmentally responsible operations while contributing to the Canadian economy and giving back to the community.
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Heavy Equipment Technician
Top Benefits
About the role
The Opportunity
At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada’s energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right.
Make your mark while you grow your career! As the first line of support, Heavy
Equipment Technicians are integral members of Canadian Natural’s Mining team.
You will directly support mine maintenance goals and objectives at our Albian
Mine. In this role, you will collaborate with and work alongside field and shop maintenance crews to ensure that all heavy equipment is optimized and maintained. You will utilize your heavy-duty mechanical experience to focus on the maintenance requirements for our shovels fleet at our Albian Mine.
- Job location: Albian Oil Sands Site - Fort McMurray, Alberta
- Shift schedule: 7 x 7, 12-hour shift
- Safety sensitive position: Yes
- Application deadline: August 19, 2026
Key Accountabilities
- Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, repair and clean heavy equipment as assigned
- Utilize computerized and other testing equipment to determine repairs and create detailed service reports
- Make recommendations regarding repairs and methods for improvement
- Interpret and complete both scheduled and unscheduled work orders
- Contribute to the ongoing reliability of all heavy equipment and complete preventive maintenance requirements
- Test repaired equipment to verify proper maintenance
What You Bring to the Role
- 5+ years of working on mining equipment, specifically supporting off-road heavy equipment
- Heavy Equipment Technician Journeyperson Certificate in Alberta and/or an Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license
- Basic understanding of computer-based Mine Maintenance Planning Programs and Microsoft Office suite
What We Offer
- Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
- 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
- May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
- May be eligible for additional premiums
- Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
- First class camp facilities
- Health & Wellness Spending Account
- Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
[https://www.cnrl.com/content/uploads/2024/03/Compensation-and-Benefits-Experienced.pdf] to learn more about what we have to offer!
We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers
[https://www.forbes.com/lists/canada-best-employers/?sh=1d264f302790] in 2025 and 2026.
We invest in your career through offering a culture that focuses on developing
people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.
Industry Leader: We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and
modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.
Community Investment: Social responsibility is a critical element of our
commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.
Compensation and Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees
through a comprehensive total compensation package.
Our People, Our Stories: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists
at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.
Check out some of our Employee Testimonials
[https://www.youtube.com/@CanadianNaturalCNRL]!
All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to
work in Canada with no restrictions.
While we appreciate all applications we receive, kindly note only candidates
under consideration will be contacted.
Not the right fit? Search for Heavy Equipment Technician jobs in Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada
About Canadian Natural
Experience challenging and empowering opportunities with Canada’s largest independent crude oil and natural gas producer. Become part of an organization that continually strives for safe, effective, efficient and environmentally responsible operations while contributing to the Canadian economy and giving back to the community.