Heavy Duty Mechanic - Fort McKay
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Heavy Duty Mechanic at Finning's Fort McKay shop, troubleshooting and repairing large CAT mining equipment on a 14x14 shift rotation with continuous shift premiums.
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PermanentPosition Overview:
Finning is growing fast—and so are the opportunities!We’re hiring Heavy Duty Mechanics to support our customers in the Oil Sands at our Fort McKay Shop. 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: $64.04 - $71.16/h
• Continuous Shift Premium: $3.50/h
• Night Shift Premium: $3.50/h *when applicable
• Continuous Shift: 14x14; extra 15 scheduled weeks off per year
• Vacation and flex/sick time in year one!
• Premium camp or location allowance of $1350/month is provided
• 75% Employer paid medical benefits
• 6% Voluntary Employee Share Purchase, earns 2% Finning match
• 6% Employer paid pension, plus additional match
• CAT certified training: Additional certifications and skill development paid for by Finning
Job Description:
Major Job Functions:
- Safety conscious team player with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a high attention to detail
- Troubleshoot, maintain and perform equipment repairs
- Interface with customers, products and sales support
- Working with the Supervisor on various tasks
- Providing support with reference to on-site safety requirements
- Maintain Finning Customer Service Commitment
- Various related duties as required
Qualifications:
- Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician Certification
- Experience as a Heavy Duty Mechanic with a strong knowledge on Caterpillar mining equipment
- 3rd or 4th year Heavy Duty Mechanic apprentices may be considered based on experience
Important Detail:
- This shop position is on a 14x14 or 7x7 shift rotation based out of our Fort McKay facility
- A condition of employment is the ability to be fit tested and the ability to wear a respirator
Union Membership:
- You are required to become a member of the Union associated with this position. This will be effective immediately and will result in union dues being deducted
- 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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