OTR Tire Technician

Kal Tire; Timmins; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kal Tire, a leading tire dealer in Canada, seeks a Tire Fitter for its Mining Tire Group. This position involves performing tire services on various mining vehicles while adhering to safety and operational standards. Competitive wages, benefits, and opportunities for advancement are offered, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants should have substantial experience and relevant certifications.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Career advancement opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Profit sharing

Paid training

Employee discounts on tires and services

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of related experience; direct tire fitter experience preferred.
• Experience working in safety-focused environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform tire services on customer equipment following Kal Tire standards.
• Collaborate with mine maintenance staff to ensure maintenance programs are followed.

Skills

Tire Fitting

Safety Compliance

Heavy Equipment Operation

Maintenance Skills

Education

OTR Service Training

Tire Fitter Levels 1 & 2

Tools

Tire Manipulators

Forklifts

Service Trucks

Job description

Kal Tire is Canada's largest independent tire dealer and one of North America's largest commercial tire dealers. Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group is a leader in mining tire service and supply, servicing over 150 mine sites across five continents.

Cote Gold Project is located in the Chester and Yeo Townships, District of Sudbury, northeastern Ontario. It is approximately 20 km southwest of Gogama, 130 km southwest of Timmins, and 200 km northwest of Sudbury, near Highway 144. The area features gentle hills, forests, lakes, and rivers, situated on the Mollie River and Mesomikenda River watersheds. The continental watershed divide lies south of the project site, more than 3.5 km from the proposed open-pit location.

The shift schedule for this position is 14 days on, 14 days off. Kal Tire provides camp and bus transportation from Sudbury, Timmins, and Gogama.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Perform tire services on customer equipment according to Kal Tire standards.
• Collaborate with mine maintenance staff, conduct maintenance on tools and equipment, and ensure tire inspection and maintenance programs are followed.
• Respond to after-hours callouts as needed, demonstrating best practices and continuous improvement.
• Dismount and mount tires for various mining vehicles, ensuring safety and load requirements are met.
• Operate heavy-duty tire servicing equipment, conduct repairs, inspections, and calibrations safely and accurately.
• Maintain compliance with Health, Safety & Environment standards, report hazards, and participate in safety meetings.
• Use Personal Protective Equipment, conduct pre-start checks, and actively participate in safety initiatives.

Candidate Profile

• At least 2 years of related experience; direct tire fitter experience preferred.
• OTR service training and certifications are desirable. Basic tire fitting skills — Tire Fitter Levels 1 & 2 — preferred.
• Experience with tire manipulators, forklifts, and service trucks.
• Experience working in safety-focused environments.

What We Offer

• Competitive wages: $33.28 to $41.60 per hour, with opportunities for career advancement and wage increases.
• Potential to work on other mine sites, expanding experience.
• Benefits including dental, vision, prescription, massage therapy, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Profit sharing, RRSP matching, paid vacation.
• Paid training and access to current industry skills.
• Employee discounts on tires and services.
• Opportunity to work with a well-established company celebrating 70 years of growth.
• Career advancement at all levels.

Our Inclusive Culture

Kal Tire is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Hiring Process

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a telephone interview, followed by in-person or MS Teams interviews with leadership. A Canadian Criminal Record Check will be required at the offer stage.