OTR Tire Technician Trainee

Kal Tire; Vanderhoof; Presencial; CAD 76 000 - 96 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health, dental & vision benefits

Employee assistance program

RRSP and DPSP (profit sharing)

Employee discounts on tires & services

Ongoing training & development

Travel bursary may be available

Resumo da oferta

Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group in Blackwater, BC is seeking an OTR Tire Technician or Trainee to service and repair mining tires while upholding safety standards. You will contribute to uptime and service excellence on site.

Full training is provided for candidates without prior OTR experience. The role involves 12-hour shifts on a 14/14 rotation, with a competitive hourly rate and benefits that include health, dental, vision, RRSP, and DPSP.

Qualificações

• Experience as tire technician preferred.
• Mining industry experience strongly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and criminal record check.
• Ability to operate tire service equipment.

Responsabilidades

• Perform mounting, dismounting, balancing, and repair of mining tires.
• Conduct inspections to ensure safety and performance standards are met.
• Operate manipulators, forklifts, and service trucks.
• Work closely with site maintenance teams to support operations.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Assist in inventory management of tire-related materials.
• Maintain required documentation within Kal Tire systems.

Conhecimentos

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Safety conscious

Physical stamina

Ferramentas

Tire service equipment

Descrição da oferta de emprego

OTR Tire Technician / OTR Tire Technician Trainee

Blackwater, BC

Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group has been servicing mine sites since 1972, building a reputation for reliability, innovation, and consistent delivery. Today, we operate in 18 countries and continue to grow. As part of that growth, we’re looking for an OTR Tire Technician or OTR Tire Technician Trainee who takes pride in their work, values safety, and wants to build a long-term career in mining.

Description

OTR Tire Technician / OTR Tire Technician Trainee

Blackwater, BC

Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group has been servicing mine sites since 1972, building a reputation for reliability, innovation, and consistent delivery. Today, we operate in 18 countries and continue to grow. As part of that growth, we’re looking for an OTR Tire Technician or OTR Tire Technician Trainee who takes pride in their work, values safety, and wants to build a long-term career in mining.

The Role

As an OTR Tire Technician/ OTR Tire Technician Trainee, you will perform all aspects of tire service and repair for mining equipment, while upholding Kal Tire’s safety standards and service expectations. You’ll play a key role in maintaining operational uptime and setting the standard for service excellence on site.

Full training will be provided as a part of onboarding for candidates without prior OTR tire technician experience

Site Details

• Location: Blackwater, BC
• Shift Options: 14/14 rotations, 12-hour days
• Averaging agreement is required
• Bus in, Bus out (BIBO) provided from Prince George and Vanderhoof
• Camp accommodations provided at Backwater, BC at employer's expense.

What We Offer

• Hourly rate: $36.47 to $46.10
• Travel bursary may be available to eligible team members
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• RRSP and DPSP (profit sharing)
• Employee discounts on tires and services
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Perform mounting, dismounting, balancing, and repair of mining tires
• Conduct inspections to ensure safety and performance standards are met
• Operate tire service equipment (manipulators, forklifts, service trucks)
• Work closely with site maintenance teams to support operations
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
• Support inventory management of tire-related materials
• Maintain required documentation within Kal Tire systems.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Follow all site safety procedures and hygiene standards
• Use PPE at all times
• Report hazards and unsafe work conditions
• Participate in safety meetings and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Experience as a tire technician is preferred
• Experience in mining industry is strongly preferred
• Experience with haul trucks and loaders with protection chains is an asset
• Ability to operate tire service equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Physically capable of handling heavy materials safely
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s licence
• Successful completion of:
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
• Physical assessment
• Criminal record check

Our Culture

At Kal Tire, we’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to do their best work. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Hiring Process

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial phone interview, followed by interviews with the site leadership team (virtual or in person). Final candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening.

Solving our customers’ automotive challenges and making a positive impact - It’s how we roll, and it’s been that way since Tom Foord opened the doors to Kal Tire in 1953 in beautiful Vernon, BC. Over the years, we’ve become a trusted partner for large and small industries and fleets across Canada. Our customers rely on our expertise, our make-it-happen approach to service, and our lineup of the most trusted tire brands in over 260 retail locations coast to coast. Kal Tire is also the largest truck re-treader in Canada, with 11 retread facilities across Canada and internationally, and has a state-of-the-art tire recycling facility in Chile, where 40% of the weight of scrap tires is recycled to return to mines as an alternative fuel. In addition, Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group is an international leader in mining tire service and supply, servicing more than 150 mine sites across five continents. Kal Tire offers a culture that fosters inclusion and respect. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the AODA and AMA. Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment or employment process. Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements known.