Mining Equipment Technical Specialist (Electrical)

SMS Equipment Inc.; Elkford; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing available

Job summary

SMS Equipment is seeking a Mining Equipment Technical Specialist (Electrical) to support timely repair of down equipment in Elkford, BC. The role ensures safe, efficient field and shop maintenance with a 7x7 rotation and housing availability.

The successful candidate will hold a Journeyperson trade certification and possess 3+ years of Komatsu or heavy equipment experience, plus strong communication and IT skills. This is an on-site role with a collaborative team and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson trade certification required.
• Minimum 3 years Komatsu equipment or heavy equipment experience.
• Knowledge of maintenance and repair of mining parts and equipment.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly to equipment down situations with advanced troubleshooting.
• Develop project plans, priorities, budgets and schedules per regulations.
• Track test programs in the field and communicate with Reliability Group.
• Identify and analyze technical issues impacting availability and report findings.
• Provide technical support to ensure preventative and predictive maintenance success.
• Act as liaison between SMS Equipment, Komatsu and customers.

Skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Customer focus

Education

Journeyperson trade certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

GE Software

Cummins Engine Software

Payload

Job description

Mining Equipment Technical Specialist (Electrical)

Job Category: Technical Specialist

Requisition Number: MININ007118

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Elkford
1 Intata Road
Elkford, BC V0B1H0, CAN

Description

Reporting to the Superintendent, Operations and Reliability Support, the Mining Equipment Technical Specialist (Electrical) is responsible for assisting with the timely repair of down equipment. The roleensures that field and shop activities involving the maintenance and repair of mining equipment are conducted in a safe, efficient, and economical manner.

This position is based inElkford, BC.
This position will work a 7x7 schedule rotation. Housing is available.
The salary range for this position is$95,000 - $120,000.

What You'll Do

• Respond quickly to equipment down situations where advanced troubleshooting is required and provide after hours technical support.
• Assist in developing project plans, priorities, budgets, and schedules ensuring full compliance with applicable regulations, guidelines and procedures.
• Track and monitor test programs in the field and communicate with the Reliability Group and Corporate Technical Support.
• Track and report product problems and provide status updates.
• Identify and analyze technical issues which can impact availability and communicate to stake holders.
• Serve customers by providing information and resolving technical problems.
• Act as the liaison between SMS Equipment, Komatsu, and the customer.
• Lead task force committees on product issues.
• Prepare daily and customer reports as required.
• Provide technical support to ensure the success of both the preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
• Reviews equipment preventative, vibration, and oil analysis programs as appropriate to maximize benefit.
• Assist tradespeople in repair procedures and techniques when problems are encountered.

What You Bring

The successful candidate will havea Journeyperson level trade certification along with a minimum of 3 years Komatsu equipment specific experience and/or heavy equipment experience. Other requirements include:

• Knowledge of maintenance and repair of mining parts and equipment.
• Excellent communication, organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Possess great accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent computer skills and ability to learn new technology.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, General Electric Software, Cummins Engine Software and Payload.
• Knowledge of all relevant acts, regulations, and equipment inspection requirements.
• Valid drivers license.

This position is classified as an Individual Contributor role in SMS Equipment’s competency framework, requiring demonstration of core competencies (customer focus, collaboration, and technical/functional expertise).

At SMS Equipment, safety is one of our core values and we care for each other, without exception. Our successful candidate is intrinsically motivated and committed to making safe choices, when completing all tasks.

Pre-Employment

This position is safety sensitive. Candidates may be required to complete:

• Pre-employment Medical
• Drug and Alcohol check
• Drivers Abstract

At SMS Equipment, theright partnership makes everything possible. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Join us and bring your expertise to an organization thatvaluessafety, authenticity, innovation, performance, and respect.

This posting is for an existing vacancy within SMS Equipment. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is hired.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted.

SMS Equipment offers rewardingcareersin the heavy equipment industry across Canada. As the largest Komatsu dealer in North America, SMS Equipment gives you the opportunity to represent world-class quality in our product offerings and customer service.A few of the many benefits of working with SMS Equipment includecompetitive wages, comprehensive group benefits plan, and RRSP matching.