Automotive Service Technician

Big-Country-Equipment-Repair-Ltd; Sparwood; Presencial; CAD 63.000 - 89.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company housing

Flights paid

Tools provided

Travel allowance

Descripción de la vacante

Big Country Equipment is seeking an Automotive Technician to diagnose, maintain and repair light-duty fleet vehicles used in mining operations across Canada. You will work on mine sites, using diagnostic software and tools to identify repairs, and report on maintenance needs.

Responsibilities include performing scheduled and unscheduled repairs, ensuring safety standards, and maintaining detailed service records. Company housing, flights, and travel allowances support extended rotations.

Formación

• Three+ years of experience diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing automotive/light-duty vehicles.
• Experience maintaining light-duty fleet vehicles in mining, industrial, or construction settings preferred.
• Valid provincial Automotive Service Technician certification preferred.
• Fluent in English; able to work safely on mine-site sites.

Responsabilidades

• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, maintain and repair light-duty vehicles on mine sites.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on pickups and service vehicles used in mining operations.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, steering, suspension, brake, drivetrain issues.
• Use diagnostic software, scan tools and testing equipment to identify repairs.
• Prepare accurate service reports and maintenance documentation.
• Follow company safety procedures and mine-site safety standards.

Conocimientos

Diagnostic diagnosing

Maintenance and repair

Mine-site experience

Troubleshooting

Educación

Provincial Automotive Service Technician certification

Red Seal certification

Class 5 Driver's License

Herramientas

Diagnostic software

Scan tools

Testing equipment

Descripción del empleo

Base Rate: $55.00/hr. OT: After 8 hours daily, paid at $82.50/hr. Schedule: 14X14 - 12-hour days Shift Premium: $1.25/hr. Night shift premium Accommodations: Company housing is provided at no additional cost Flights Paid: Yes, fly into the location from any major airport in Canada Tools Provided: Tools and truck will be provided Travel Allowance: Will be provided upon arrival and upon departure from your 14-day shift rotation

About Us

Big Country Equipment is a BC-based heavy equipment repair and maintenance company that works with resource-based customers in the mining, construction, forestry, and oil and gas sectors across Canada. Founded in 2017, we have grown rapidly from a one-truck operation to a high-performing team of over 200 employees and a fleet of 55+ fully tooled service trucks. We are committed to supporting customers throughout Canada, providing 24/7 service, 365 days a year.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, maintain, and repair light-duty vehicles operating on mine sites
• Perform maintenance and repairs on pickup trucks, service vehicles, and other light-duty fleet vehicles used in mining operations.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, steering, suspension, brake, drivetrain, and other vehicle system issues.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, preventive maintenance, breakdown repairs, and unscheduled repairs. Use computerized diagnostic software, scan tools, testing equipment, and technical information to identify required repairs.
• Repair and replace engines, transmissions, drivetrain components, steering and suspension components, braking systems, and electrical components as required.
• Perform inspections and identify vehicle defects or components requiring repair or replacement.
• Prepare accurate and detailed service reports and maintenance documentation.
• Test repaired vehicles to confirm safe and proper operation.
• Recommend required repairs and opportunities to improve vehicle reliability.
• Follow all company safety procedures, customer-site requirements, and mine-site safety standards.
• Maintain all required trade certifications, licenses, and site training.
• Report to work fit for duty and prepared to complete assigned work safely.
• All related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Three or more years of recent experience diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing automotive or light-duty vehicles.
• Experience maintaining light-duty fleet vehicles in mining, industrial, construction, or other demanding work environments is preferred.
• A valid provincial trade certification as an Automotive Service Technician is preferred.
• Red Seal Automotive Service Technician certification is preferred.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing pickup trucks and other light-duty fleet vehicles is preferred.
• Experience with brands such as Ford, GMC, and Chevy is preferred.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, steering, engines, suspension, braking, transmission, and drivetrain systems.
• Experience using computerized diagnostic software, scan tools, and testing equipment.
• Commitment to working safely in an active mine-site environment.

All Successful Candidates Must

• Have a valid Class 5 Driver's License.
• Provide a minimum of 2 direct supervisor references.
• Pass a Criminal Record check.
• Provide a clean 5-year driver's abstract.
• Pass an 8-panel drug test (including marijuana) and an alcohol breath test.
• Not seeking subcontractor roles (we are not offering subcontractor opportunities at this time).
• Be proficient in English, both verbal and written.
• Be able to lift 50 lbs. comfortably.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Big Country is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities without discrimination or harassment based on race, religion, national origin, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, or any other protected status under the law. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples and kindly ask individuals from Indigenous communities to clearly identify their status during the application process.