Top Drive Technician, Drilling
- Leduc, AB
- On-site
- Posted Sep 30, 2026
- 1 position
Opens an external site
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Minimum education
- High school
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The Top Drive Technician is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of top drive equipment in both shop and field environments. They provide technical support to field personnel and ensure all equipment operations comply with safety and manufacturer standards.
Job details
TOP DRIVE TECHNICIAN – LEDUC, AB Savanna Drilling is looking for an experienced Top Drive Technician to join our team in Leduc, Alberta. The Top Drive Technician is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and servicing of top drive equipment. This position provides technical support both in the shop and at drilling rig locations to ensure equipment remains safe, reliable and operationally ready. What You’ll Be Doing * Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, servicing and repairs on top drive equipment. * Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical issues. * Inspect components for wear, damage, leaks and other conditions that may affect safe operation. * Assist with top drive rig-up, installation, removal and commissioning. * Support major overhauls, rebuilds, upgrades and equipment modifications. * Travel to drilling rig locations to troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and complete repairs. * Provide technical support to field personnel on proper equipment operation and maintenance. * Support rig moves, equipment installations and start-up activities. * Maintain accurate maintenance, inspection and field service records. * Maintain top drive spare parts inventory and identify required replacement parts. * Perform all work in accordance with Savanna’s HSE policies, manufacturer specifications and applicable industry requirements. What We’re Looking For * High school diploma or equivalent. * Minimum 2 years of top drive maintenance experience. * Strong mechanical aptitude with experience troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems. * Working knowledge of top drive equipment and associated systems. * Journeyman Mechanic or Electrician certification is an asset. * Electrical and PLC controls experience is an asset. * Previous oilfield or drilling industry experience is an asset. * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. * Valid driver’s licence. * Ability to travel to field locations as required. * Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and work outside regular hours when operationally required. What Savanna Offers * Competitive wages. * Comprehensive health and dental benefits. * Life, AD&D and disability coverage. * Employee Stock Savings Plan with 150% employer matching. * Safety incentive program. * Opportunities to develop your skills and grow within Savanna. Location: Leduc, Alberta Department: Maintenance Reports To: Maintenance Manager Position: Top Drive Technician
What you’ll do
The Top Drive Technician is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of top drive equipment in both shop and field environments. They provide technical support to field personnel and ensure all equipment operations comply with safety and manufacturer standards.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least 2 years of experience in top drive maintenance. Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to travel to drilling rig locations are essential requirements for the role.
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- Life, AD&D and disability coverage
- Employee Stock Savings Plan with 150% employer matching
- Safety incentive program
- Opportunities to develop your skills and grow
Listed skills
- Problem solving · Preferred
- Inventory management · Preferred
- Technical Support · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Top drive maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical systems
- Preventative maintenance
- Equipment inspection
- Rig-up
- Commissioning
- PLC controls
- Problem-solving
- Technical support
- Inventory management
- HSE compliance
- Field service
- Equipment Operation
- Technical Support
- Drilling Rig
- Electrical Systems
- Field Service Management
- Hydraulics
- Inventory Control Systems
- Problem Solving
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Oil Fields
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Job areas
- Trades
- Energy
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Drilling Technician
- Heavy Equipment Mechanic
- Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
- Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines