Heavy Duty Mechanic

Sandvik • British Columbia, BC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Sandvik Mining is seeking a Field Service Heavy Duty Mechanic (Surface and Underground) for a role in Western Canada. This position involves troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of mechanical and/or electrical aspects of surface and/or underground mining equipment and components according to defined specifications. The role also includes new equipment commissioning and training at customer sites. Sandvik offers a world of opportunities, recognizing performance, and fueling growth. They are looking for a licensed Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic seeking a stable, permanent opportunity with a respected and growing company.

Requirements

• Relevant trade certification (red seal is considered an asset).
• At least 3 years related experience with mining equipment is considered an asset.
• Previous experience with equipment would be an asset.
• Common Core training is considered an asset.
• Excellent proficiency in reading hydraulic and electrical schematics.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues with mining equipment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer literacy (MS Office).
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to local mine sites and across Canada as required.
• Ability and willingness to work varied shifts (as required).
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

• Red seal certification
• 3 years related experience with mining equipment
• Previous experience with equipment
• Common Core training

Responsibilities

• Inspecting equipment for proper performance and determining faults and malfunctions.
• Adjusting equipment & repairing/replacing defective parts, components, or systems according to the scope of work.
• Testing repaired equipment to ensure proper operational performance.
• Commissioning new equipment.
• Actively participating in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Completing accurate time records, technical reports, failure reports, and parts lists.
• Staying current with the industry, customers, product developments and technical best practices.
• Other duties as assigned by the Manager.
• Complying with safety policies and applicable government, customer or industry regulations or requirements.
• Responsibility to identify and report any unsafe work habits, workplace incidents and/or near misses.
• Performing risk assessments (“Take Five”) prior to each task.
• Maintaining hand tools and equipment to ensure safe operation.
• Maintaining orderly work area and ensuring housekeeping requirements are met.
• Attending Environmental, Health and Safety related trainings.
• Wearing the required personal protective equipment (PPE) assigned for each task.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and quarterly recognition allowances
• Ample opportunity for overtime that is paid as per provincial standards
• Tool reimbursement program
• A comprehensive compensation package including a registered pension plan with matching, competitive health, dental, life and disability benefits, health care spending account, wellness account
• Paid training and development opportunities with a global OEM company
• Support from an experienced network of technicians across the globe
• Company vehicle (depending on assignment)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED