Mine Technician

About the Job: Kent is looking for a Mine Technician (Field Service Technician) to support telecom systems across a fleet of heavy mining and support equipment at Kearl. This is a site-based role, working within the telecom team and supporting maintenance activities in both shop and field environments, including active autonomous mining areas. This position operates on a 14/14 FIFO rotation from Edmonton or Calgary, working day shifts in a fast-paced, safety-critical, and client-facing environment. Skills and Responsibilities: Responsibilities: * Must have great organizational and time management skills. * Strong understanding of DC power (12v/24v/48v) * Good troubleshooting skills and the ability to adapt to changes in the field. * Good understanding of IP networking, RF, Microwave, WAP, 802.11, switching, routing, firewalls * Strong Computer Skills is mandatory with various software including Putty, Telnet and Microsoft Office Products. * Ability to drill, tap and mount hardware. Including cutting, fabricating, and assembling steel brackets. * Ability to follow diagrams and procedures whilst always looking to improve how we can better serve the client. * Ability to terminate/test coaxial cable (LMR400/LMR195/RG58/Heliax) * Ability to terminate/test data cables (CAT5/5e) * Ability to use a range of test equipment for radio troubleshooting. * Minimum - Electronics diploma or trade certificate in a related field * Experience programming wireless radios * Experience programming tire-monitor systems and distract driving systems * Experience with Mine Dispatch systems * Experience with working with Cambium & Cisco Products. * Experience with Linux operating systems. * 2-way radio experience, preferably with Motorola systems. * Experience with working with Solar & Wind powered systems Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience: Qualification/ Certification: * Minimum - Electronics diploma or trade certificate in a related field * Experience programming wireless radios * Experience programming tire-monitor systems and distract driving systems * Experience with Mine Dispatch systems * Experience with working with Cambium & Cisco Products. * Experience with Linux operating systems. * 2-way radio experience, preferably with Motorola systems. * Experience with working with Solar & Wind powered systems Communication * Clear verbal and written English communication skills. * Comfortable working in a client-facing, team-based environment. Behavior/Core Competencies * Strong attention to detail and quality. * Proactive problem-solving mindset. * Reliable, safety-focused, and collaborative. * Adaptable and willing to support multiple workstreams within a dynamic site environment. HSSEQ Commitment: The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company, its clients, and the governing authorities of the host country. Details about the role: * Location: Fort McKay, AB * Relocation required: No * Travel required: FIFO from Edmonton or Calgary – 14/14 rotation * Contract type: Full-time * Experience level: Typically 5+ years preferred About you: Join us. Unleash your energy within. If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector. We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we’re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage. We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process. Our purpose and beliefs: As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined. It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet: We PLAY BIG We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE We are built on INFINITE THINKING Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us [https://kentplc.com/who-we-are/purpose-beliefs]: Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging: We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging. Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.

Support telecom systems across a fleet of heavy mining equipment in both shop and field environments. Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and hardware installation within active autonomous mining areas.

Requires an electronics diploma or trade certificate and typically 5+ years of experience. Must be proficient in IP networking, RF systems, and the programming of wireless radios and mine dispatch systems.

• Family-friendly Employment Policies • Flexible Working Arrangements • Employee Networks

• Microsoft OfficePreferred

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• DC Power Troubleshooting
• IP Networking
• RF and Microwave
• Coaxial Cable Termination
• Data Cable Termination
• Wireless Radio Programming
• Mine Dispatch Systems
• Cisco Products
• Cambium Products
• Linux Operating Systems
• Motorola Systems
• Solar and Wind Power Systems
• Steel Fabrication
• Putty
• Telnet
• Microsoft Office

• Energy
• Engineering
• Trades
• Technology
• Transportation

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Aug 28, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week