Field Service Technician (Underground) / Heavy Duty Mechanic

About the role

Sandvik Mining is looking for a Field Service Technician (Underground) / Heavy Duty Mechanic. The technician troubleshoots, repairs and maintains the mechanical and/or electrical aspects of surface mining equipment and components according to defined specifications, and handles new equipment commissioning and customer-site training. The schedule is 14-14 fly-in fly-out, subject to change.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect equipment for proper performance, identify faults and malfunctions, and adjust, repair or replace defective parts, components or systems.
• Test repaired equipment to confirm proper operation and commission new equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Complete time records, technical reports, failure reports and parts lists.
• Stay current with industry, customers, product developments and technical best practices.
• Follow EHS: report unsafe practices and incidents, complete a risk assessment (Take 5) before each task, maintain tools and a tidy work area, attend EHS training and wear PPE.

Required profile

• Licensed Heavy Duty Mechanic; relevant trade certification (red seal is an asset).
• At least 3 years of experience with mining equipment, previous equipment experience and Common Core training are assets.
• Excellent reading of hydraulic and electrical schematics, and proven ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication, computer literacy (MS Office), valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to local mine sites and across Canada.
• Able and willing to work varied shifts, and legally eligible to work in Canada.

What we offer

• Starting hourly rate of $45.00, subject to terms and conditions.
• Pension plan with matching, plus health, dental, life and disability benefits.
• Overtime paid at provincial standards, tool reimbursement, paid training and development, company vehicle (depending on assignment) and company cellphone.
• Support from an experienced network of technicians worldwide.