Heavy Duty Mechanic - Fort Hills Oil Sands - Fly In/Out - Two Week Rotations
NACG is hiring experienced Heavy Duty Mechanic Subcontractors to join the team at Fort Hills in Fort McMurray, AB. This role involves servicing and repairing heavy equipment such as haul trucks, dozers, graders, and excavators. The position offers a 14-day on, 14-day off rotation with 12-hour shifts. Camp accommodations and flights from Edmonton or Calgary are provided. This is a unionized role under IUOE Local 955. Contractors must meet specific truck and tool requirements, including liability insurance and CVIP inspections.
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Responsibilities
The Heavy Duty Mechanic Subcontractor will perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on heavy equipment in a mining environment.
- Complete repairs on CAT, Komatsu, and Hitachi equipment
- Perform preventative maintenance and servicing
- Evaluate equipment performance and identify faults
- Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems
- Conduct equipment testing to ensure repairs meet manufacturer standards
- Mobilize equipment for repairs
- Develop work scopes and schedules for repairs
- Order necessary repair parts and complete reports
- Mentor and train apprentices
- Follow NACG safety procedures and policies
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in heavy equipment maintenance and meet contractor requirements.
- Minimum 2 years of post-Journeyperson experience
- Experience with haul trucks, dozers, graders, and excavators
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently
- Professional work behavior and commitment to safety
- Basic computer application knowledge
- Leadership skills for mentoring apprentices
- Valid Alberta Journeyperson Equipment Technician (Off-Road) or Interprovincial Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic certification
- Experience with Cat SIS is an asset
- Prior work experience on safety-sensitive sites preferred
- Truck requirements: CVIP and Picker Inspection, oxygen/acetylene cabinets meeting OH&S requirements, full set of tools, $5 million liability insurance
- Valid Class 5 Driver's License
- Valid CSO Certification
- Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness or equivalent
Perks and Benefits
Contractors hired under Partial Direct Service Provider agreements receive the following benefits.
- Competitive industry wages
- Vacation and statutory holiday pay included in paychecks
- Overtime opportunities (up to 61 hours per 14-day rotation)
- Night shift premium
- Paid weekly
- Union membership with IUOE Local 955
- Medical and dental benefits after 400 hours worked
- Camp accommodations provided
- Flights from Edmonton or Calgary
- PPE provided (excluding steel-toed boots)
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
Worksite/Project
Fort Hills Oil Sands Project
The Fort Hills Oil Sands Project is a major open-pit mining operation located in the Athabasca region of northern Alberta, approximately 90 km north of Fort McMurray. Operated by Suncor Energy—which holds the majority ownership—the site began production in 2018 and is one of Canada's most modern and efficient oil sands operations. With a production capacity of 194,000 barrels of bitumen per day, Fort Hills utilizes paraffinic froth treatment technology to produce a partially de-asphalted product with lower greenhouse gas emissions. This advanced method allows Suncor to deliver market-ready oil without the need for on-site upgrading, reducing environmental impact and improving efficiency. The project offers fly-in/fly-out (FIFO) employment opportunities with rotational schedules and modern remote camp accommodations. It employs over 1,400 workers, including heavy equipment operators, millwrights, electricians, and other skilled trades, making it a key employer in Alberta’s oil and gas industry. With an estimated mine life of 50 years, Fort Hills supports long-term economic growth in the region while maintaining strong commitments to sustainability, water recycling (93%), and Indigenous partnerships.
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North American Construction Group
North American Construction Group Ltd. (NACG) is a leading mining contractor and heavy civil construction company, specializing in oilsands mining, overburden removal, mine site development, and reclamation. Founded in 1953, NACG has grown into one of Canada's largest heavy equipment and mining service providers, delivering earthworks, tailings management, and infrastructure development for the resource extraction industry. The company plays a key role in Alberta's oilsands operations, supporting major mining sites such as Syncrude Mine, Aurora Mine, Suncor Base Mine, Fort Hills Mine, and Kearl Mine. NACG operates one of Canada's largest fleets of haul trucks, shovels, and earthmoving equipment, ensuring cost-effective, high-production mining solutions that drive sustainable resource development. With a strong focus on mine reclamation, environmental management, and operational efficiency, NACG continues to be a trusted partner in large-scale energy and mining projects across North America.
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