The Opportunity
JOB DESCRIPTION
As the first line of support, Maintenance Technicians are an integral member of Canadian Natural’s Maintenance team. You will directly support site maintenance goals and objectives in our OPP and Extraction Department at Albian Plant Operations. In this role, you will be responsible for day-to-day maintenance, as well as shutdowns, unplanned outages, trouble shooting, planning, and coordination to ensure successful plant operation.
Your strong knowledge and experience in mechanical systems and field operations will be demonstrated through your support of planning and coordinating maintenance related duties, overseeing and delegating all tasks for Mechanical team members and contractors, and defining and presenting innovative solutions for equipment integrity, availability and materials.
Other Details•Job location: Albian Oil Sands Utilities - Fort McMurray, Alberta
•Shift schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off 12-hour shifts starting on Tuesdays (possible night shift work)
•Safety sensitive position: Yes
•Application deadline: July 31, 2025
Key Accountabilities
•Ensure daily activities are performed in a safe manner as per codes, regulations, standards and best practices by attending daily planning meetings and reviewing JHA’s & FLHA’s with technicians
•Participate in creating, developing, reviewing and updating procedures and preventative maintenance plans
•You will utilize your mechanical experience to focus on the maintenance requirements for designated plant equipment including but not limited to pumps, piping systems, boiler FD fans, exchangers and valves.
•Interface with Maintenance Shift Team Leads, Lead Hands, planning groups, Operations, Engineering Support, contractors, Materials Management and vendors to ensure timely co-ordination of maintenance activities and parts availability
•Ensure all required documents, drawings and parts information are attached to the work orders and red line documents from the field are entered into document control and engineering
•Submit reports to Shift Team Leads and Lead Hands and carry-over scopes of work to your cross shift
•Ensure all permits and authorizations are completed prior to releasing equipment to operations and flights for visitors upon request
What You Bring To The Role
•Typically, 5-10+ years of demonstrated industry experience working with mechanical systems in a heavy oil and/or oil sands environment.
•Millwright Journeyperson Certificate in Alberta and/or an Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate
•Valid Class 5 Driver’s license
•Basic understanding of computer-based plant Maintenance Programs and Microsoft Office suite (word/outlook/etc)
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
About Us
We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025.
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.
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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.
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