Mechanical Technician

Tundra Oil & Gas is a Manitoba-based oil and gas exploration and production company and a wholly owned subsidiary of Winnipeg-based James Richardson & Sons, Limited. Tundra’s head office is in Winnipeg, with additional offices in Virden, Estevan, and Calgary. At Tundra, we believe that our people are the foundation of our success, and we are dedicated to growing our company in a sustainable and disciplined way. This philosophy has served us well since our inception in 1980. Today, Tundra is a team 400-strong, and a leader in the Manitoba and Southeast Saskatchewan oil industry. We take pride in supporting the communities in which we operate and stewarding the resources we manage for today and for the future. We are committed to working together and to getting everyone home safe every day.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Tundra is excited to announce an opportunity for a Mechanical Technician, based out of the Waskada, MB office.

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in maintaining the heartbeat of Tundra's operations? In this role, you'll be the go-to expert for keeping our CMMS (AZZIER) program up to date, ensuring all documentation is meticulously entered. You'll handle everything from work requests for faulty equipment to completion remarks for finished work orders, and you'll keep our equipment specifications current. Your keen eye for detail and proactive approach will be essential in maintaining our high standards.

REPORTS TO: Maintenance Coordinator

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Keeping maintenance logs up to date in the CMMS Program (AZZIER)
• Providing a daily schedule to the Maintenance Coordinator and taking directions from the Coordinator and Operations
• Performing troubleshooting, repairs, and general maintenance on Tundra’s field equipment
• Aiding in maintaining the preventative maintenance program, including documentation, schedules, and follow-up work orders
• Responding promptly to equipment failures
• Maintaining an inventory of maintenance parts
• Completing lease inspections and performing pumpjack inspections
• Assisting operations staff with training
• Following and enforcing Safe Work Procedures
• Following and enforcing all safety and security procedures, including responding to emergency situations

WHAT YOU NEED:

• High School Diploma or equivalent or a combination of education and experience
• 5 years of general oilfield maintenance experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Reside within 45 minutes of the assigned field
• Ability to work in various weather conditions
• Ability to work overtime for callouts, including emergency situations

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Must possess mechanical aptitude with basic electrical knowledge
• Proficient in general computer skills, including the Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision, as well as effectively as part of a diverse team
• Strong problem-solving abilities to overcome obstacles and achieve both long-term and day-to-day goals and tasks
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized with strong time management skills

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Be part of a proudly Canadian, privately owned energy company and grow your career with Manitoba’s largest oil producer
• Enjoy competitive total rewards, including salary, annual incentive pay, long‑term incentives for eligible roles, and employer‑matched RRSP contributions
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits, including a $5,000 mental health benefit, Healthy Lifestyle Allowance, maternity top‑up, paid parental leave, and personal leave
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including training investments, leadership programs, professional designation reimbursement, engineer‑in‑training programs and company-wide learning opportunities

Tundra Oil & Gas Limited is committed to protecting the health and safety of all individuals involved in our business activities, and the communities where we live and work. Given this commitment, Tundra requires pre-employment drug & alcohol testing for all safety sensitive positions, including this one, recognizing the risks associated with the use of drugs and alcohol.

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for our positions.

If you are interested in joining our rapidly growing team, please visit the Employment section of our website at and apply on-line to submit your cover letter and resume by May 24, 2026.

We wish to thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.