Heavy Equipment Technician - Kearl
Core
Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a diverse fleet of mining equipment (shovels, haul trucks, dozers, graders) in an oilsands environment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Role type
Senior Heavy Equipment Technician (Mining)
Builds
Reliable mining fleet uptime for production operations
Domain
Oilsands mining / Heavy equipment maintenance
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Diagnostic and repair experience, Preventive maintenance, Hydraulic systems knowledge, Electrical systems knowledge, Powertrain systems knowledge, Troubleshooting, OEM standards compliance, Safety procedures adherence, Documentation, Mentoring
Preferred skills
Electric shovel experience (Caterpillar 7495 / P&H 4100), Hydraulic shovel experience (PC4000, PC8000, Cat 6020), SAP familiarity, Previous Kearl or similar oilsands experience
Technologies
Caterpillar (CAT), Komatsu, SAP
Responsibilities
Perform inspections, diagnostics, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance on CAT and Komatsu mining equipment; Complete preventative maintenance and component replacements in accordance with OEM standards; Utilize diagnostic tools, service manuals, and schematics to identify and resolve equipment issues; Accurately document work performed, parts used, and labor hours in maintenance systems; Mentor apprentices and provide technical guidance to peers; Promote a strong safety culture and actively support continuous improvement initiatives.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentoring responsibilities