Field Service Mechanic (Surface Drills)

Sandvik; West Nipissing; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime paid

Tool reimbursement

Pension plan with matching

Health, dental, life and disability

Paid training and development

Company vehicle

Company cellphone

Global network of technicians

Job summary

Sandvik Mining is seeking a Field Service Technician (Surface drills) based in Stratton, Ontario. The role involves troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of surface mining equipment and components, with a 14-14 fly-in fly-out schedule.

You will work with an experienced global network and support safer, more productive mining operations. Ideal candidates will have mining equipment experience, strong electrical and hydraulic diagnostic skills, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Experience with mining equipment troubleshooting and repair.
• Ability to read hydraulic and electrical schematics.
• Willingness to travel to mine sites across Canada.
• Relevant trade certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment for proper performance and fault diagnosis.
• Repair/replace defective parts and test equipment.
• Commission new equipment at customer sites.
• Maintain accurate time records, reports and parts lists.
• Stay current with industry developments and best practices.

Skills

Mining equipment

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic schematics

Driver’s license

Travel willingness

Trade certification

Red seal asset

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Sandvik Mining is seeking a

Location: Stratton, Ontario

Schedule: 14-14 fly-in fly-out (subject to change)

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.

Field Service Technician (Surface drills)

Location: Stratton, Ontario

Schedule: 14-14 fly-in fly-out (subject to change)

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.

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

• Ample opportunity for overtime that is paid as per provincial standards
• Tool reimbursement program
• A comprehensive compensation package including a pension plan with matching, competitive health, dental, life and disability benefits
• Paid training and development opportunities
• Company vehicle (depending on assignment)
• Company cellphone
• Support from an experienced network of technicians across the globe

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

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.
• Maintains orderly work area and ensures housekeeping requirements are met.
• Attend Environmental, Health and Safety related trainings.
• Wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) assigned for each task.

What You Will Bring Along

• Relevant trade certification (red seal is considered an asset).
• At least 3 years related experience with mining equipment is considered an asset.
• Previous experience with equipment would be an asset.
• Common Core training 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.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer literacy (MS Office).
• 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)
• 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/

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 [e-mail] for more information.