Rock Tools Technician (Entry Level)

About the role

Sandvik Mining is hiring an entry-level Rock Tools Technician in Red Lake, Ontario, working Monday to Friday. You will work with specialized mining tools, learning how they are inspected, maintained and tracked, with the support of an experienced team. No previous mining experience is required.

Key responsibilities

• Manage rock tools inventory and track new issues, discards and losses
• Inspect, repair and maintain rock tools to defined specifications, with team training and support
• Organize and deliver rock tools products to the customer
• Use the Rock Tools Management System to monitor and report on tool performance
• Observe tool condition and help identify wear, damage, improper use or incorrect product selection
• Share observations, questions and improvement ideas with the Supervisor and Sandvik Sales and Service Representatives
• Complete time records, technical reports and failure reports
• Perform daily and weekly stock counts and keep the work area organized
• Follow the Sandvik EHS policy, attend safety training, perform risk assessments before each task, report hazards and wear the required PPE

Required profile

• Secondary school completion (high school)
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and interest in how tools and equipment work
• Experience from work, school, volunteering, hobbies or personal projects is welcome; previous mining experience is not required
• Comfortable using, or willing to learn, hand tools and basic equipment safely
• Valid driver's licence in good standing
• Willingness to work varied shifts as required

Required skills

• Basic ability to use Outlook and Microsoft Office
• Ability to communicate clearly and work as part of a team

What we offer

• Practical, hands-on training and support
• An entry point into the mining industry with no previous mining experience required
• A comprehensive compensation package including a pension plan with matching, and health, dental, life and disability benefits
• Ongoing development and training
• Site and travel allowances may be provided depending on the assignment
• Starting hourly rate of $27.50, with the final offer set by experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity and local market conditions

To apply, submit your application through the Sandvik careers site to the Rock Tools Technician requisition.