Heavy Duty Mechanic jobs in Kelowna, BC

Sandvik Mining is seeking a

Field Service Heavy Duty Mechanic (Surface and Underground)

Location: Western Canada

Schedule: Varies, but standard is 14-14 rotation

At Sandvik, we offer you a world of opportunities. Our diverse businesses and global network enable you to explore your potential and thrive. We recognize your performance and offer various ways to fuel your growth towards exceptional achievements.

Are you a licensed Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic who is looking for a stable, permanent opportunity with a respected and growing company? We want to hear from you!

Some of the benefits of joining our Field Service team include:

• 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)

At Sandvik, the Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanic (Field Service Technician) is responsible for the troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of mechanical and/or electrical aspects of surface and/or underground mining equipment and components according to defined specifications. The Field Service Technician is also responsible for new equipment commissioning and training at customer sites.

While searching for the best opportunity for yourself today, we are already thinking ahead of your future tomorrow. So now we challenge you to take it one step further and apply!

What you will be doing

• Inspecting equipment for proper performance and determine 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 participates 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.

Environmental Health and Safety

• Complies 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. Perform risk assessments (“Take Five”) prior to each task.
• Maintains hand tools and equipment to ensure safe operation.
• Attend Environmental, Health and Safety related trainings.

What you will bring along

• Relevant trade certification (red seal is required at many sites and considered an asset).
• At least 3 years related experience with heavy equipment.
• Previous experience with mining equipment 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.
• Represent Sandvik in customer facing situations with a commitment to delivering excellent service.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• 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)
• Computer literacy (MS Office).
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

In return for your passion and drive we will offer you…

• The opportunity to make an impact on our business performance.
• The opportunity to be part of an ambitious team, in an industry leading business.
• The opportunity to reach your full potential.
• Ongoing development and training.
• An excellent comprehensive compensation package including a pension plan with matching, competitive health, dental, life and disability benefits.

Our Culture

Our core values are the soul of the company. They guide us in our actions and daily business decisions. We are a company with an open-minded culture that encourages employees to share ideas and work innovatively. We embrace diversity and inclusion and inspire everyone to bring their authentic selves to work everyday!

We take pride in our agile customer-focused decision making. We empower our employees, providing strong performance management and opportunities to grow your career.

Do you want to learn more?

To learn more about Sandvik, our people and products please visit our website: https://www.home.sandvik/en/about-us/

How to Apply

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply at www.sandvik.com/careers to the Heavy Duty Mechanic position, requisition #R0095811 . While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace, and we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups including women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations or gender identities/expressions.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier free experience to applicants with accessibility needs; therefore, requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact commonHR.canada@sandvik.com for more information.