EQUIPMENT TESTING OPERATOR

(TEST STAND OPERATOR)

Red Deer, Alberta | Monday-Friday | Home Every Night

Collicutt Energy Services is a solutions-driven engine company specializing in manufacturing, repair, overhaul, and maintenance across all engine brands. We pride ourselves on technical expertise, quality workmanship, and a strong commitment to safety.

We are seeking an Equipment Testing Operator (Test Stand Operator) to join our Red Deer team. If you have experience in gas compression, power engineering, industrial operations, or heavy equipment and are looking for a change from field work or rotational shifts, this could be the opportunity for you.

This hands-on role involves operating, testing, and commissioning high-horsepower engines, pumps, transmissions, and related equipment to ensure they meet performance, safety, and quality standards before returning to customers.

Previous frac equipment experience is not required. We're looking for someone with a strong mechanical background who enjoys operating equipment, troubleshooting problems, and learning new technical systems.

What's in it for you?

- Monday–Friday schedule – home every night
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Comprehensive group benefits
- RRSP matching program
- Stable, year-round employment
- Technical training and career development opportunities
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment

What You'll Be Doing

- Operate, test, and commission high-horsepower diesel and natural gas engines, frac pumps, transmissions, and related equipment.
- Perform equipment run-ups and monitor pressures, temperatures, vibration, and overall performance.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and engine performance issues.
- Use diagnostic software, electronic controls, and monitoring systems to identify equipment deficiencies.
- Support customer-witnessed testing and commissioning activities.




- Complete accurate testing, inspection, and commissioning documentation.
- Coordinate testing activities and maintain safe test stand operations.
- Assist shop technicians with troubleshooting and repairs when required.

What You Bring

Required:

- Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience operating, maintaining, or troubleshooting industrial equipment, engines, gas compression systems, or similar mechanical equipment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and diagnostic troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to recognize abnormal operating conditions and evaluate equipment performance.
- Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and operating procedures.
- Comfortable using computers, electronic controls, and monitoring systems.
- Robust communication, problem-solving, and independent decision-making skills.
- Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence with an acceptable driver's abstract.

Preferred:

- Experience in natural gas compression, plant operations, or industrial equipment testing.
- 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate.
- Experience with large diesel/natural gas engines or OEM diagnostic software (CAT ET, Cummins INSITE).
- Experience commissioning engines, pumps, or rotating equipment.
- Previous frac equipment experience or a Class 1 Driver's Licence.

How to Apply Submit your resume to [email protected] with Equipment Testing Operator in the subject line or apply directly through Indeed.ca.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Red Deer, AB T4P 3R4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
- operating or maintaining equipment: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Equipment Testing Operator (Red Deer)
🏢 Collicutt Energy Services
📍 Red Deer