Hose buff/test

Weir; Elliot Lake; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development and learning

Access to global inclusion networks

Regional and team-specific benefits

Sharebuilder scheme

Wellness support for you and your/your

Job summary

Weir is seeking a Hose Buff & Test Technician to join our industrial manufacturing team in Elliot Lake, Ontario. You will prepare, finish, and hydrostatically test custom hoses used in mining and oil sands applications.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, safety‑minded, and eager to learn a highly specialized process. Training is provided with a day shift during training and a transition to night shift after.

Qualifications

• Safety‑focused and able to work in an industrial environment.
• Mechanically inclined and eager to learn.
• Willing to perform manual tasks and operate a range of tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cured industrial hoses for testing by removing excess material and finishing surfaces.
• Operate grinders, cutting tools, hand tools, and torque equipment.
• Install and remove test flanges and hardware.
• Conduct hydrostatic pressure testing according to engineering specifications.
• Measure and document hose expansion during pressure testing.
• Record and submit testing results to Quality Assurance.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes safely.
• Read and follow engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Assist with draining, painting, packaging, and shipping preparation.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Safety-focused

Lift up to 35 lbs

Hand & power tools

Tools

Grinders

Cutting tools

Torque equipment

Forklifts

Overhead cranes

Reading blueprints

Job description

R0040147 – Hose Buff & Test Technician

Location: Elliot Lake, ON
Shift: Day Shift (Training) transitioning to Night Shift

What we do at Weir
We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact
You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Hose Buff & Test Technician to join our growing industrial manufacturing team. This role is responsible for preparing, finishing, and hydrostatically testing custom-engineered industrial hoses used in mining and oil sands applications.

The ideal candidate enjoys hands‑on work, is mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and willing to learn a highly specialized process. No direct hose testing experience is required, as comprehensive training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare cured industrial hoses for testing by removing excess material and finishing surfaces.
• Operate grinders, cutting tools, hand tools, and torque equipment.
• Install and remove test flanges and hardware.
• Conduct hydrostatic pressure testing according to engineering specifications.
• Measure and document hose expansion during pressure testing.
• Record and submit testing results to Quality Assurance.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes safely.
• Read and follow engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Assist with draining, painting, packaging, and shipping preparation.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.

Qualifications

Required

• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools.

Preferred

• Experience in manufacturing, construction, automotive, welding, fabrication, maintenance, or related trades.
• Experience using grinders, power tools, forklifts, or overhead cranes.
• Ability to read blueprints or technical drawings.

Working Conditions

• Industrial manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to rubber dust, grinding operations, and industrial equipment.
• Extensive use of PPE and safety procedures.
• Work performed in enclosed testing and production areas.

Training & Career Growth

• Training period of approximately 3-6 months on day shift.

• Transition to night shift upon successful completion of training.

• Long-term career development opportunities and skill-based wage progression.

• Benefits
  Competitive pay
  Career development and learning support
  Access to global inclusion networks
  Regional and team‑specific benefits
  Sharebuilder scheme
  Wellness support for you and your family
  Collaboration with global teams
  Study support

Why join Weir?
We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.
We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world‑class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end‑to‑end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.
We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Compensation: Starting at approximately $28.40/hour plus $2.00/hour night shift premium

This Job Posting is for an Existing Position.

We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities upon request at any stage of the selection process.

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