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Heavy Duty Technician

@ Suncor Energy Operating Inc.

Fort McMurray, Alberta

2+ years experience
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Overview

Suncor Energy Operating Inc. is hiring a Heavy Duty Technician for its camp-based Fort Hills mining site in Alberta's Athabasca region. The role maintains and repairs large mining equipment, with a seven days on, seven days off rotation of 12-hour shifts. A valid Alberta or Red Seal Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician certificate and two years of post-apprenticeship experience are required.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform planned maintenance and repairs on heavy and auxiliary equipment
  • Troubleshoot hydraulic systems, engines, transmissions and electronics
  • Remove and replace major components
  • Keep accurate maintenance and preventative records
  • Take part in failure analysis and root cause discussions

Requirements summary:

  • Two years post-apprenticeship mining equipment maintenance experience
  • Experience with CAT, Komatsu, Hitachi and P&H equipment
  • Valid Alberta or Red Seal Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician certificate
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Valid driver's licence with clean record

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Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-05
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-11-06

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Experience2+ years
Hours per week42
Scheduleday, evening, weekends, overnight
Travelground: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Outdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsAlberta Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician (Off Road), Red Seal Journeyman Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic
Driver’s licencerequired
EducationHigh school (required)
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Wellness, Paid training

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Suncor Energy Operating Inc.

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Job description

At Suncor, we produce and provide energy.

When you join Suncor, you become part of a company that has built a solid foundation for both business and employee success. We are a place where talented people thrive. As part of our team, you play a vital role in delivering energy we all rely on, and you'll make a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work.

Ready to put your mechanical expertise to work on some of the industry's largest mining equipment? Join Fort Hills and be part of a team that powers safe, reliable, and efficient operations every day.

What we offer:

We recognize your contribution and offer a range of rewards and development opportunities designed to support your success. Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Suncor and the region where you work.

  • Strong compensation: we offer competitive compensation, regional-based uplifts, annual bonuses, and long-term financial rewards. We also help you save for your future by offering pension programs, and savings plans with company matching
  • Benefits: utilize an employee assistance program and comprehensive company-paid health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family to support your mental, physical, and financial well-being
  • Generous time-off: enjoy generous paid vacation time and personal time-off to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Talent development programs: Internal mobility, succession planning, and employee training and development programs are just a few ways we’re dedicated to your development

Minimum Requirements:

  • Two years of post-apprenticeship experience maintaining mining heavy equipment
  • Experience with Caterpillar (CAT) auxiliary equipment, Komatsu haul trucks, Hitachi shovels and P&H 4100 shovels
  • A Valid Alberta Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician (Off Road) Certificate or an Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyman Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic/Heavy Equipment Technician (Off Road) Certificate
  • Superior mechanical aptitude and proven troubleshooting skills
  • Proficiency with computers to retrieve data for equipment maintenance
  • Motivation, initiative and a strong work ethic
  • A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
  • A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record

Responsibilities:

  • Execute all planned maintenance inspections and repairs on all types of heavy and auxiliary equipment
  • Run maintenance repairs on our equipment, including troubleshooting hydraulic systems, engines, transmissions, electronics, etc.
  • Remove and replace major components (engines, transmissions, wheel motors, etc.)
  • Ensure that preventative maintenance guidelines are adhered to and maintain complete and accurate records associated with the technical and preventative aspects of this position
  • Participate in post-event failure analysis and root cause discussions to develop solutions
  • Operate company-provided equipment in a safe manner
  • Build practices and procedures for repairs and implement approved modifications for the heavy equipment and auxiliary fleet

Location and Other Key Details:

  • You will work out of our camp-based Fort Hills mining site, located in Alberta’s Athabasca region, 90 kilometers north of Fort McMurray, Alberta
  • The shift schedule is a seven days on/seven days off rotation (seven days on, seven days off, seven nights on, seven nights off; 12-hour shifts)
  • You are able to perform some heavy lifting, use ladders and work on elevated work sites such as scaffolds and towers to perform tasks both indoor and outdoor as well as within confined spaces
  • This position is safety sensitive

Think we are a fit? Apply now!

Suncor is committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and building an inclusive, results-oriented and high-performance culture where all members of our team feel safe, valued and respected.

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