Electrician - Suncor, Fort McMurray (Base Plant)

About the Role

Join Suncor, a leading energy producer, and become a vital part of a company committed to both business and employee success. We are actively seeking experienced Journeyperson Electricians to enhance our Mine Equipment Maintenance team in Fort McMurray (Base Plant), Alberta. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the energy sector and make a meaningful impact within the communities where we operate.

Qualifications

To thrive in this critical role within our Fort McMurray operations, candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Five years of post-apprenticeship experience maintaining mining heavy equipment
• A Valid Alberta Journeyperson Electrician Certificate or an Interprovincial Red Seal
• Experience working on P&H and Cat electric cable shovels or Komatsu A/C ultra-class electric haul trucks
• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
• Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

What You'll Do

As a Journeyperson Electrician on our Mine Equipment Maintenance team, you will be instrumental in ensuring the reliable operation of our heavy mobile and auxiliary equipment. Your expertise will be crucial for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex electrical systems and components.

• Install, terminate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair communication and fleet management systems, including Collision Avoidance Systems (CAS) and Operator Awareness Systems (OAS)
• Perform installation, maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on electrical safety systems, motor starters, medium-voltage drives, PLCs, power distribution systems (7.2kV, 600V, 480V, and 220V), and computerized control systems
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and repairs on heavy mobile and auxiliary equipment while maintaining accurate maintenance records
• Support the removal and replacement of major equipment components, including engines, transmissions, and wheel motors
• Troubleshoot, repair, and test high-voltage trailing cables and associated electrical systems
• Participate in failure investigations and root cause analyses to identify and implement reliability improvements

Perks and Benefits

Suncor recognizes the significant contributions of our employees and is dedicated to supporting your success through a comprehensive suite of rewards and development opportunities. Benefits and perks may vary based on employment nature and region.

• Strong compensation: We offer competitive compensation, regional-based uplifts, annual bonuses, and long-term financial rewards. We also help you save for your future by offering pension programs and savings plans with company matching.
• Benefits: Utilize an employee assistance program and comprehensive company-paid health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family to support your mental, physical, and financial well-being.
• Generous time-off: Enjoy generous paid vacation time and personal time-off to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Talent development programs: Internal mobility, succession planning, and employee training and development programs are just a few ways we’re dedicated to your professional development.