Looking for a new opportunity in the mining industry? Come join our team! Independent Rebuild Specialist has been proudly serving the industry for 20+ years and continues to grow. We are currently seeking experienced candidates for a full-time Field Service Technician position.
Field Service Technicians work on-site to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair Caterpillar diesel engines and heavy mining equipment, including haul trucks, dozers, loaders, excavators, and other support equipment. This role requires strong mechanical and technical skills, attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
Diagnoses and troubleshoot diesel engines and related equipment.
Organize and maintain all information including photos, inspections, and part orders for each service call.
Complete and submit service reports, repair inspection forms, and warranty reports.
Charges time to appropriate job number and coordinates returns for parts credits, core credits, and signed documents for warranty services with appropriate personnel.
Proficient use of Caterpillar’s Service Information System (SIS), Technical
Makes determinations in the field on warranty repair and guidelines, communicating decisions to customer and management.
Communicates effectively with customers verbally and in writing to ensure all repairs are completed correctly and in a timely manner.
Safely rigs or hooks components for lifting
Removes, repairs, and installs major components in varying configurations of equipment
Performs work accurately with no rework and adheres to a warranty budget.
Marketing Information (TMI), Microsoft Outlook (email), laptop, com adapters, and mechanical tooling.
Proper use of Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET) and Service Information
System (SIS)



to request correct parts, diagnose, and repair equipment with minimal supervision.
Maintains service vehicle in safe and positive repair
Maintain vehicle, tooling, and equipment in good working order
Maintains good customer records on jobs that have been assigned
Keeps up to date with developments in tooling, technologies, and new equipment.
Uses safe working practices and follows all company safety requirements.
Maintains a clean and organized work area.
Other duties as assigned by management.
Required Qualifications Physical Demands
Standing
Walking
Use of Hands
Hearing
Heavy work that includes lifting and/or moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Ability to work in temperatures ranging from -40°C to +40°C.
Ability to perform physically demanding work in a mining environment while wearing required PPE.
Travel Requirements
75%-100%
Travel to and from Fort McMurray for scheduled rotations
Company flights are provided from Calgary or Edmonton to Fort McMurray
Camp or Condo accommodations provided while on shift.
Camp meals or groceries provided while on shift.
Work Schedule
14 days on / 14 days off rotation
12-hour shifts
Day shift and night shift rotation required
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license with a clean driver's abstract.
Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician (HET)



Journeyperson Certificate required
Fall Protection certification required
Elevated Work Platform certification required
2+ years of mining experience required
3–5 years of field service experience, preferably on a mine site
Strong problem-solving skills.
Experience troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing Caterpillar diesel engines, including C18, C27, C32, 3500 Series, and C175 engines
Heavy Equipment experience required (haul trucks, excavators, loaders, dozers, graders, and other mining equipment)
Working knowledge of Microsoft programs
Understanding of Caterpillar warranty programs and coverage preferred
Advanced knowledge of ET/SIS/TMI
Ability to work independently with little or no direction
Preferred Qualifications Experience working on engine tear down, rebuilds, and complete system repair preferred
Knowledge of parts used
Clean repair and recondition equipment and components based on CAT Re-Use criteria
Strong conflict resolution and critical thinking skills.
Paid time off
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Supplied tools
Company-supplied FR coveralls and PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection). Steel-toed boots are not provided.
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📌 Field Service Technician (Alberta)
🏢 Indrebuild
📍 Alberta