Heavy Equipment Technician, Journeyperson or 4th Year Apprentice
- Elkford, BC, V0B 1H0, Canada
Base Wage: $47.08- $52.31 per hour. · Full-time
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- Pay
- Base Wage: $47.08- $52.31 per hour.
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
SMS Equipment is growing in Elkford, BC. We're hiring a Heavy Equipment Technician, Journeyperson or 4th Year Apprentice to support mining and construction operations in a remote field environment. If you’re a skilled troubleshooter with a safety-first mindset and the ability to work independently, we want to hear from you.
Base Wage: $47.08- $52.31 per hour. Additional premiums apply
Location: Elkford, BC. Housing is available.
Schedule: 7x7 or 14x14
What You'll Do
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems on heavy mining and construction equipment
- Perform overhauls, maintenance, and new equipment builds
- Troubleshoot issues using computerized and manual diagnostic tools
- Work independently in remote field settings, including adverse weather and confined spaces
- Follow safety protocols and contribute to continuous improvement in safe work practices
- Lift up to 50 lbs as required by the role
What You Bring
The successful candidate will possess a 4th Year Apprentice or Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician certification. Other requirements include:
- Strong commitment to safety
- Experience in repair/maintenance of heavy equipment
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Some positions may require the ability to travel to meet customer site requirements
- Experience with Komatsu equipment is considered an asset
- Valid Class 5/G Drivers licence
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 Requirements
Ability to meet customer site access requirements, including:
- Ticket verification
- Pre-employment medical questionnaire
- Drug and alcohol test
- 5 year commercial drivers abstract
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.
At SMS Equipment, the right 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 that values safety, authenticity, innovation, performance, and respect.
SMS Equipment offers rewarding careers in 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 include: competitive wages, comprehensive group benefits plan, and employer-funded pension contributions.
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Responsibilities
Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, and maintain heavy mining and construction equipment, including its mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems. Work independently in remote field conditions, follow safety protocols, and contribute to continuous improvement in safe work practices.
Requirements
Applicants must hold a Journeyperson or 4th Year Apprentice Heavy Equipment Technician certification and have experience repairing or maintaining heavy equipment. Requirements also include a strong safety commitment, communication skills, a valid Class 5/G driver's licence, and the ability to meet customer site access requirements; Komatsu experience is an asset.
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Repair
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Hydraulic Systems
- Electrical Systems
- Electronic Systems
- Equipment Overhauls
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Builds
- Diagnostic Tools
- Field Service
- Safety Practices
- Written Communication
- Verbal Communication
- Independent Work
- Komatsu Equipment
Benefits
- Housing
- Comprehensive Group Benefits Plan
Visa sponsorship
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- Construction
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Heavy Equipment Technician
- Journeyperson
- 4th Year Apprentice
- Heavy Mining Equipment
- Construction Equipment
- Mechanical Systems
- Hydraulic Systems
- Electrical Systems
- Electronic Systems
- Troubleshooting
- Equipment Overhauls
- Maintenance
- New Equipment Builds
- Computerized Diagnostic Tools
- Manual Diagnostic Tools
- Remote Field Service
- Safety Protocols
- Continuous Improvement
- Komatsu
- Class 5/G Driver's Licence
- Ticket Verification
- Drug and Alcohol Test
- Commercial Driver's Abstract
- Mining Operations