Heavy Duty Mechanic - Integrated Mining Team

Finning; Prince George; On-site; CAD 69,224 - 76,925; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote Mine Premium

Night Shift Premium

Field Premium

Sundays double time

Travel allowance

Pension and medical benefits

CAT training

Job summary

Finning is hiring Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanics to join our Integrated Mining Team (IMT). You will troubleshoot, maintain and repair CAT equipment across BC and the Yukon, focusing on field service and reliable workmanship.

This permanent role offers an hourly wage of 50.25–55.84 CAD with premiums for remote mine work, night shifts and field assignments, plus Sundays at double time and travel allowances.

Qualifications

• HET certification required and Red Seal Off Road certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license with clean abstract.
• Experience in mining operations is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair CAT equipment in field environments.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Complete paperwork and maintain clear customer communication.
• Respond to customer needs promptly to maximize value of work performed.

Skills

Red Seal Off Road

HET Certification

Valid Driver's License

Electrical Systems

Hydraulic Systems

Emissions Systems

Education

Interprovincial Heavy Equipment Technician (HET)

Red Seal Off Road

Job description

Position Overview

Finning is growing —and so are the opportunities! We are hiring multiple Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanics to join our Integrated Mining Team (IMT). In this role you will perform troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of a variety of Caterpillar general line, power systems and mining equipment throughout BC and the Yukon. If you are a customer focused Heavy Duty Mechanic (with Red Seal endorsement); looking for stability and career growth APPLY TODAY!

Number of Openings: 1

Worker Type: Permanent

What’s In It For You

• $50.25 - $55.84 / hr (probationary to full rate)
• $2.55 Remote Mine Premium
• $3.25 Night Shift Premium
• $3.55 Field Premium (when working out of a branch)
• Sundays paid at double time
• Shift: 14 x 14 - 15 additional scheduled weeks off a year!
• Travel Support: Up to $1,000 travel allowance per rotation (tax free)
• Share Purchase options (with matching) and Employer paid Pension
• 100% Employer paid medical and dental benefits
• CAT certified training: Additional certifications and skill development paid for by Finning

Job Description

Take on a role where your skills and passion keep the heavy iron moving. As a Heavy Duty Mechanic with IMT, you’ll troubleshoot and perform running repairs on mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems and perform preventative maintenance across a wide range of Caterpillar Mining Equipment.

Your work will include:

• Trouble shoot, repair and maintain CAT equipment in a field environment
• Respond to customer needs in a positive, supportive, and timely manner to ensure maximum value for work performed.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required.
• Completing required paperwork and maintaining clear customer communication.

Specific Skills & Experience

• Interprovincial Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) Certification
• Red Seal Off Road certificate required
• Valid driver’s license with a successful recent drivers abstract
• 3+ years experience as a Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician, with demonstrated time in the field; mining operations is an asset
• Strong skills in Electrical, Hydraulic and Emissions systems
• Engine and/or component rebuilding experience would be beneficial
• Transmission or Hydraulic testing experience
• Previous gas engine and power generation experience would be considered an asset

Important Details

• This position is based on a 14x14 continuous shift rotation
• Up to $1,000 / rotation travel allowance to get to marshalling point (tax free)
• A condition of employment includes the ability to obtain Customer Site access (Drug & Alcohol, fitness testing) and wear a respirator where applicable

Union Membership: This is a unionized position. Union dues will be deducted from your pay upon hire. Terms of employment are governed by a collective agreement.

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.