Heavy Duty Mechanic Mining - BC Interior

Finning International; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium paid

Employer paid pension

Comprehensive benefits

Share purchases with matching

CAT dealer training

Discounts and perks

Job summary

Finning Canada is seeking passionate Red Seal Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanics for mining support in Kamloops. Work with the Kamloops Mining Team on site, performing maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on CAT equipment at mine sites.

You will join a rotation and have access to benefits, pension, and training opportunities. A strong focus on safety, customer service, and independent work is required.

Qualifications

• Interprovincial Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Certification required (Red Seal preferred).
• 3+ years experience in assembly and disassembly, performing overhauls.
• 5+ years off-road mechanical experience recommended.
• Safety-conscious team player with strong communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support major projects on customer mine sites performing PCRs and overhauls.
• Troubleshoot and perform running repairs on CAT equipment in field environments.
• Perform preventative maintenance across Caterpillar mining equipment.
• Diagnose faults with testing equipment to determine repair scope.
• Respond to customer needs in a positive, timely manner to maximize value.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Team player

Organizational skills

Education

Interprovincial Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Certification

Job description

Company: Finning Canada Number of Openings: 28 Worker Type: Permanent Position Overview: Finning Canada is looking for passionate and field experienced Red Seal Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanics to join our Mining Support Team based out of our Kamloops facility. In this role, you will be working directly with the Kamloops Mining Team supporting the ongoing activities at a variety of mining sites. If you are a customer focused Heavy Duty Mechanic (with Red Seal endorsement); looking for stability and career growth

What’s In It For You?

• $50.25 - $55.84 / hr (probationary to full rate)
• $3.55 /hr Field Premium
• $3.25 /hr Nigh Shift Premium (when applicable)
• Shift Rotation: 7 x 7, extra scheduled weeks off per year
• Share Purchase options (with matching) and Employer paid Pension
• Employer paid Comprehensive Benefits
• Employee Rewards – exclusive access to discounts and perks
• CAT Dealer Training

Job Description:

Step into a role where your skills and experience truly matter. We need Heavy Duty Mechanics who excel when working independently and can hit the ground running to create instant value for our customers.

In this role, you will be supporting major projects on customer mine sites performing, PCRs, overhauls, etc. Troubleshoot and perform running repairs on CAT equipment in a field environment Perform preventative maintenance across a wide range of Caterpillar Mining Equipment Project based work Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required Respond to customer needs in a positive, supportive, and timely manner to ensure maximum value for work performed.

Various related duties as required

Qualifications:

• Interprovincial Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Certification required (Red Seal preferred)
• 3+ years experience in assembly and disassembly, performing overhauls
• 5+ Years Off Road Mechanical Experience recommended
• Safety conscious team player with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a high attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills, both written and verbal
• Understanding of the Caterpillar mining product line: 793D, 793F, D10T, D11, 24M is an asset

Important Details:

• This is a site position, on a 7 x 7 or 14 x 14 continuous shift rotation (day shift / night shift depending on customer requirements)
• A condition of employment requires the ability to obtain Customer Site Access (drug, alcohol and fitness testing) and the capacity to wear a respirator
• Union Membership: You are required to become a member of the Union associated with this position. This will be effective immediately and will result in union dues being deducted from your pay. The terms and conditions of your employment will be governed by the collective agreement.

About Us

Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar dealer delivering unrivalled service for over 80 years. The company sells, rents and provides parts and service for equipment and engines to customers in various industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, forestry and a wide range of power systems applications. Finning employs approximately 14,500 people world-wide and operates in three geographies, with the head office in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

OUR DIVISIONS

Finning International Inc. is the corporate head office of the publicly traded corporation, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol: FTT. Finning Canada is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories, and a portion of Nunavut. Finning South America is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia. Finning UK and Ireland is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Rental of equipment is facilitated through the dealership locations as well as The Cat Rental Store locations in Finning Canada and Finning South America. OEM Remanufacturing - OEM, a Finning enterprise, is one of North America's most advanced engine and powertrain component remanufacturing providers and is located in Edmonton, Alberta.

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.