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About this Heavy Duty Mechanic - Field - Syncrude role at Finning

Finning · Onsite · Fort McMurray, AB, CA

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.

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How this Mechanic salary compares

This role pays $154,107/yr — above the typical range for Mechanic roles.

$49,920 median $68,520 $91,710

Typical range $57,200–$80,431/yr, from 3,628 comparable Mechanic listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Mechanic salary insights →

About Finning

About Us Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar dealer delivering unrivalled service for over 80 years. The company sells, rents and provides parts and service for equipment and engines to customers in various industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, forestry and a wide range of power systems applications. Finning employs approximately 14,500 people world-wide and operates in three geographies, with the head office in Vancouver, BC, Canada. OUR DIVISIONS Finning International Inc. is the corporate head office of the publicly traded corporation, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol: FTT. Finning Canada is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar produc

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