OTR Tire Technician Trainee

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.