Maintenance Technician, Electrical
Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRLRole Overview
Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRL is hiring a mid-level Maintenance Technician, Electrical. This is a full-time role in Fort McMurray. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
The Opportunity:
At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada's energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right.
Make your mark while you grow your career! Are you seeking to grow your career by demonstrating and developing your Electrical Maintenance Technician skill set? If so, this is an incredible opportunity where you will oversee and execute all electrical equipment work for the Secondary Upgrading Mechanical Maintenance team. You will be responsible for day-to-day maintenance, as well as shutdowns, unplanned outages and troubleshooting to ensure successful plant operation. Your strong knowledge and experience in electrical systems and field operations will be demonstrated through your support of planning and coordinating maintenance related duties, overseeing and delegating all tasks for maintenance team members and contractors, and defining and presenting innovative solutions for equipment integrity, availability and materials.
- Job location:
Fort McMurray, Alberta - Horizon Oil Sands Site
- Shift schedule:
7 x 7, 12-hour shifts (Thursday start)
- Safety sensitive position:
Yes
- Application deadline:
May 8, 2026
Key Accountabilities:
- Perform daily preventative and corrective electrical maintenance of the Sulphur Mechanical Maintenance department
- Troubleshoot electrical equipment and coordinate with instrumentation and control systems, which may include occasional after hours work based on operational requirements
- Work in cooperation with both the Planning and Operations groups to scope out routine and major jobs and to ensure that the jobs are prioritized and completed accordingly
- Ensure that work is adequately documented in the CMMS (Maximo)
- Follow procedures for operating switchgear and understanding PPE requirements
- Identify recurring problems and document them so that an engineered solution can be provided
What You Bring to the Role:
- Minimum 5 years of demonstrated experience working with electrical systems in a heavy oil and/or oil sands environment combined with a Journeyman Electrician Trade Certificate
- Familiarity with and understanding of electrical equipment in a process facility environment including:
- Low and medium voltage equipment (up to 5kV)
- Small and large motor VFD drives
- Various PLC (Programmable Logic Controls)
- Program troubleshooting Device Net communication protocols
- Experience working with a plant-wide DCS system (Delta V) and Maximo CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) or equivalent
- Steam and Gas Turbine generators and controls considered an asset
What We Offer
- Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
- 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
- May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural's Relocation Policy
- May be eligible for additional premiums
- Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
- First class camp facilities
- Health & Wellness Spending Account
- Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Maintenance Technician, Electrical position at Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRL?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRL. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Maintenance Technician, Electrical position at Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRL located?
This position is based in Fort McMurray. Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRL has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Maintenance Technician, Electrical at Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRL earn?
Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRL has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Maintenance Technician, Electrical role at Canadian Natural Resources Limited / CNRL posted?
This role was posted on April 24, 2026 (50 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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