Field Service Technician - Kelowna -Mining 14/14

Liebherr Group; Sparwood; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Benefits from day 1

License bonus

Vacation + wellness days

RRSP matching

Education allowance

Boot allowance

Safety glasses allowance

Training opportunities

Top equipment

Job summary

Liebherr Canada Ltd. is seeking a senior Field Technician to support a major mining project with Elk Valley Resources in Sparwood, BC.

The role involves 14 days on and 14 days off, with 12-hour shifts and overtime on days off, focused on safe, high-quality repair and maintenance of heavy equipment in the field. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance, with opportunities for training and career advancement.

Qualifications

• Red Seal certification required for heavy equipment technicians.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills across electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read schematics and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, inspect and diagnose Liebherr machinery and components in the field.
• Perform maintenance, repair or overhaul with potential component replacement.
• Complete pre-delivery inspections and equipment preparation.
• Submit reports and technical documentation accurately and promptly.
• Operate and maintain tools and workspace in line with policy.
• Support shop repairs as needed and perform miscellaneous duties.

Skills

Red Seal Heavy Equipment

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Reading schematics

Communication skills

Self-motivation

MS Office proficiency

Education

Red Seal Technician

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Liebherr-Canada is looking for senior Field Technicians, to support a significant Mining project with Elk Valley Resources, owned by Glencore Canada, in Sparwood, British Columbia. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced technicians to bring their expertise and play a key role in the success of this initiative.
On this project, you will work a 14-days-on / 14-days-off schedule, with 12-hour shifts, and with the opportunity for overtime on days off. You will be responsible for the safe, efficient and effective repair and maintenance of machinery and components on heavy equipment, in the field, ensuring a high level of service quality and customer satisfaction.
Given the nature of the project and the proposed schedule, we are welcoming Field Technicians from Sparwood, Vancouver, Medicine Hat, LethBridge, Red Deer, Kamploops, Kelowna, Black Diamond, Turner Valley, Abbotsford, Calgary, Edmonton, among other adjacent locations.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, inspect and diagnose Liebherr machinery and components including electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, engines, gearbox/drive train, etc. to resolve moderate to complex problems
• Perform new and used machinery preparation, scheduled maintenance, repair or overhaul usually requiring component replacement, commissioning and adjustment of mechanical/hydraulic, electrical and pneumatic equipment, including warranty upgrades
• Recondition and repair equipment components and systems as assigned
• Perform pre-delivery inspections of equipment and new & used equipment preparation
• Occasionally perform servicing on Liebherr machinery as directed, including fluid checks, and sample pulling, oil and filter checks, changing lubricants, replacing filters, greasing machine lube points etc.
• Ensure components, material and/or equipment is inspected, is corrected to specifications and ensure timely delivery programs are achieved
• Ensure all final verifications specified in work instructions, scope of work, verbal communication and specifications are carried out and complete
• Accurate and timely submission of reports and technical document including service reports
• Operate and maintain tools, equipment and work areas in accordance with company policy
• Support in Shop repairs/work as requested
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Canadian/Alberta Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician
• Working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical components
• Demonstrated diagnostic and troubleshooting skills, component exchange, repair and warranty related activities
• Ability to read and understand schematics and technical drawings
• You are able to effectively communicate detailed and complex information in a clear and concise manner
• You are self-motivated with the ability to work alone, unsupervised for extended periods of time
• Fully proficient with computers and Microsoft Office suite

Our Offer

• Competitive wages with overtime opportunities available
• Extensive benefits with employer paid premiums starting day 1
• $5000 annual License Bonus*
• Paid vacation starting at 3 weeks PLUS 6 dedicated family, health and wellness days
• 6% employer RRSP matching
• $3000 annual allowance for continued education
• $600 Annual Boot allowance for Liebherr Technicians
• $400 Prescription Safety Glasses allowance
• International training & development work opportunities for select roles*
• Top of the line equipment
• And much more!

Liebherr Canada Ltd. is committed to provide a diverse, inclusive, safe and dignified work environment for all employees, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other aspect of their identity.

Please note the following:
We do not use AI to screen resumes.
Every application is reviewed directly by a human talent acquisition specialist.
This position is for an existing vacancy.

One Passion. Many Opportunities.

Location

Liebherr-Canada Ltd.
Sparwood, BC
Canada (CA)

Contact

Gabriel Ribeiro
[e-mail]

The Company

The Liebherr Group has represented leading-edge technical products and services for more than 70 years and has proudly serviced Canadian customers directly since 1973. Liebherr-Canada Ltd. has 11 branch locations across Canada providing sales, service and product support for equipment in the construction, mining, material handling, crane, aerospace and transportation industries.