Rotational/Field General Applications

Big Country Equipment Repair, Ltd. • Kamloops, BC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Big Country Equipment is seeking experienced individuals for their field-based, rotational teams. These roles typically operate on a 2x2 schedule (2 weeks on, 2 weeks off). The company serves the mining, construction, forestry, and oil and gas sectors across Western Canada, providing maintenance and repair services. They are looking for skilled tradespeople, labourers, and fuel and lube operators. While they only hire journeymen for skilled trades, apprentices are encouraged to apply. The company emphasizes high-quality service, efficiency, and strong client relationships.

Requirements

• Proficient in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Provide a clean 5-year history driver's abstract (minor infractions are fine).
• Pass a Criminal Record check.
• Pass an 8-panel drug test (including marijuana) and an alcohol breath test.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Physically fit for heavy lifting and physically demanding work.
• Not seeking sub-contractor roles.
• Experienced individuals for field-based, rotational teams.
• Journeymen for skilled trades positions.
• Apprentices are encouraged to apply.

Nice To Haves

• Apprentices to apply for skilled trades positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair services for heavy equipment in various sectors.
• Work on a rotational schedule, typically 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off.
• Operate on a rotation of days and nights for tradespeople, labourers, and fuel and lube operators.
• Submit applications through the general application portal.
• Complete a qualifying form after applying.
• Upload a resume and potentially additional documents like a driver's abstract, driver's license, and trade certificates.

Benefits

• Rotational Schedule: 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off with minimum 12-hour days.
• Trades personnel, labourers, and fuel and lube truck operators work 2 weeks of day shifts followed by 2 weeks of night shifts.
• All flights, travel, and accommodations are organized and paid for by the company.
• Paid Travel Time: Tradespeople and fuel and lube operators are paid for travel time up to 4-8 hours each way.
• Full benefits package starting on the first day of employment.
• RRSP Matching: Company matching of 3% to 5%.
• Night Shift Premiums: An additional $1.25 per hour for tradespeople and fuel and lube operators working night shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed