Field Service Technician (Surface drills) / Heavy Duty Mechanic

4782 Sandvik MIN, CNS - Canada; Lively; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunity

Tool reimbursement program

Pension plan

Health and disability benefits

Paid training

Company vehicle

Company cellphone

Global support network

Job summary

Sandvik Mining is seeking a Field Service Technician (Surface drills) / Heavy Duty Mechanic based in Sault Ste. Marie. The role involves inspecting, repairing and commissioning surface drill equipment, with 14‑14 drive‑in drive‑out scheduling.

You bring a relevant trade certification (Red Seal preferred), 3 years mining equipment experience, and the ability to travel across Canada. The position offers overtime opportunities, a company vehicle, cellphone, and a strong support network.

Qualifications

• Trade certification (Red Seal preferred).
• Minimum 3 years mining equipment experience.
• Strong ability to diagnose electrical/mechanical issues.
• Proficient in reading hydraulic and electrical schematics.
• Willingness to travel to mine sites across Canada.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment for performance and faults.
• Repair or replace defective parts per scope.
• Test equipment to verify operation.
• Commission new equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate time records and reports.
• Stay updated with industry and product developments.
• Follow safety policies and regulations.
• Identify safety issues and near misses.
• Perform risk assessments before tasks.
• Maintain tools and organize workspace.
• Attend EH&S trainings.
• Wear required PPE.

Skills

Electrical diagnosis

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Red Seal Certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Sandvik Mining Field Service Technician (Surface Drills) / Heavy Duty Mechanic

Sandvik Mining is seeking a Field Service Technician (Surface drills) / Heavy Duty Mechanic. Location: Sault Ste. Marie. Schedule: 14‑14 drive‑in drive‑out (subject to change).

Benefits

• Ample opportunity for overtime that is paid as per provincial standards
• Tool reimbursement program
• 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

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment for proper performance and determine faults and malfunctions.
• Adjust equipment and repair/replace defective parts, components, or systems according to the scope of work.
• Test repaired equipment to ensure proper operational performance.
• Commission new equipment.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Complete accurate time records, technical reports, failure reports, and parts lists.
• Stay current with industry, customers, product developments and technical best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager.
• Comply with safety policies and applicable government, customer, or industry regulations or requirements.
• Identify and report unsafe work habits, workplace incidents, and/or near misses.
• Perform risk assessments ("Take Five") prior to each task.
• Maintain hand tools and equipment for safe operation.
• Maintain an orderly work area and ensure housekeeping requirements are met.
• Attend Environmental, Health and Safety related trainings.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) for each task.

Qualifications

• Relevant trade certification (red seal is considered an asset).
• At least 3 years related experience with mining equipment (previous experience with equipment is also 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.