OTR Tire Technician

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

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Tire Service Technician to join their team. This role involves performing tire services on mining vehicles, ensuring safety and compliance with procedures. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in tire fitting and be familiar with operating heavy-duty equipment. The company offers competitive wages, comprehensive training, and a commitment to safety and excellence. Join a workplace that values diversity and empowers its employees while celebrating over 70 years of success in the industry.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Paid vacation

Dental and vision benefits

Profit Sharing program

Employee discounts

Comprehensive training program

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a tire fitter preferred.
• Experience in operating and maintaining tire manipulators and forklifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform tire service on customer equipment and maintain safety standards.
• Conduct repairs, inspections, and calibrations of tires and equipment.

Skills

Tire Fitting

Heavy-Duty Equipment Operation

Safety Procedures

Maintenance Skills

Education

OTR Service Training

Basic Tire Fitting Skills

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 The Côte Gold Project is located in the Chester and Yeo Townships, District of Sudbury, in northeastern Ontario. It is approximately 20 km southwest of Gogama, 130 km southwest of Timmins, and 200 km northwest of Sudbury, roughly 5 km west of Highway 144.

The Project area is characterized by gentle hills, forests, lakes, and rivers. The Project area is located on two sub-watersheds, the Mollie River system and the Mesomikenda River system. Additionally, the continental watershed divide is located south of the Project property, with the nearest boundary located southwest and more than 3.5 km from the proposed open-pit location.

The shift schedule for this position would be 14x 14 off.

Cote will provide camp and bus transportation to the site from the following muster points:

• Sudbury
• Timmins
• Gogama

Day to Day Responsibilities

• As a Tire Service Technician, you'll embody our commitment to Service Excellence by performing a tire service on customer equipment the Kal Tire way.
• You'll collaborate with mine maintenance staff, conduct maintenance on tools and equipment, and ensure tire inspection and maintenance programs are meticulously upheld.
• Responding to after-hours callouts as directed, you'll showcase and advocate for best practices and continuous improvement in all operations.
• On the technical front, you'll expertly dismount and mount tires for various mining vehicles, ensuring safety and load requirements are met.
• Operating heavy-duty tire servicing equipment and tools, you'll conduct repairs, inspections, and calibrations with precision and adherence to safety standards.
• Your dedication to Health, Safety & Environment will be evident as you maintain compliance, report hazards, and actively contribute to maintaining hygiene standards.
• Embrace this Career Opportunity by consistently using Personal Protective Equipment, conducting pre-start checks, and participating in safety meetings and inspections. Your commitment to safety and excellence will be invaluable in this role.

What kind of person are we looking for?

• At least 2 years of related experience with direct experience as a tire fitter preferred.
• OTR service training and certifications desired. Basic tire fitting skills – Tire fitter Levels 1 & 2 preferred.
• Experience operating and maintaining tire manipulators, forklifts, and service trucks.
• Experience working in an environment where safety procedures are a key part of daily operations.

What do we offer?

• Competitive wages; this position starts at $33.28 - $41.60 per hour, we offer a clear path for career advancement with wage increases along the way.
• Opportunities to work on other mine sites in the future, allowing our members to expand their experience and expertise within the company.
• Dental, vision, prescription, massage therapy, EAP benefits, and more.
• Profit Sharing program, RRSP matching, Paid vacation.
• We provide a comprehensive, paid training program and access to the latest skills to gain the necessary edge in today's market.
• A perks program that offers employee discounts on tires, services, and more.
• Working with a well-established company – Kal Tire is celebrating its 70th year in business, and we’re still growing!
• Advancement opportunities at every level.

Our Inclusive Culture

At Kal Tire, we're dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to succeed. We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives and skills. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Hiring Process

Upon shortlist, you will be contacted by a member of our recruiting team and invited to a telephone interview, successful candidates will then have the opportunity to meet and interview with members of our leadership team over MS Teams and/or in person. Additionally, as part of our standard hiring process, prospective Team Members at the Job Offer stage will be requested to undergo a Canadian Criminal Record Check.

About the company

Kal Tire is a wholly owned Canadian company based in Vernon, British Columbia, where it was founded in 1953 by Thomas J.