Maintenance Technician - Field Service [S3]

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is seeking a
Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic
Location: Yellowknife, NWT
At Sandvik, we offer you a world of opportunities. Our diverse businesses and global network enable you to explore your potential and thrive. We recognize your performance and offer various ways to fuel your growth towards exceptional achievements.
Are you a licensed Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic who is looking for a stable, permanent opportunity with a respected and growing company? We want to hear from you!
Some of the benefits of joining our Field Service team include:

• Ample opportunity for overtime that is paid as per provincial standards
• Paid Travel Time
• Tool reimbursement program
• Paid training and development opportunities
• Support from an experienced network of technicians across the globe
• A comprehensive compensation package including a pension plan with matching, competitive health, dental, life and disability benefits

At Sandvik, the Heavy Duty Mechanic is responsible for the troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of mechanical and/or electrical aspects of surface mining equipment and components according to defined specifications. The Heavy Duty Mechanic is also responsible for new equipment commissioning and training at customer sites.
While searching for the best opportunity for yourself today, we are already thinking ahead of your future tomorrow. So now we challenge you to take it one step further and apply!

What You Will Be Doing

• Understand system functionality and interactions of hydraulics/mechanics/electric/automation/pneumatics/materials.
• Complete maintenance reports for internal and external stakeholders e.g., report and document on maintenance and/or repairs completed. Obtain customer authorization to invoice.
• Ensure that all routine work procedures (using the tools provided), are carried out according to safety standards.
• Commissioning of products that includes pre-delivery inspections and hot (operational and at customer site) commissioning.
• Support the customer’s product/equipment/processes by suggesting possible improvements. (According to sales area requirements.)
• Maintenance and servicing of equipment.
• Identify components, understand basic functionality, and conduct maintenance and repair work accordingly. This includes the provision of preventive and cost-efficient repairs.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) to identify and solve common problems, as a first line support.
• Planning for correct tools and parts required to perform tasks, according to all work procedures.
• Use knowledge and experience to solve standard problems for customers.
• Assign simple tasks to junior staff and guide them in their completion.
• Occasionally collect technical feedback in the Sales Area (inputted into Database).
• Coach customer technicians on basic servicing and maintenance principles.

Environmental Health and Safety

• Responsibility to identify and report any unsafe work habits, workplace incidents and / or near misses. Perform risk assessments (“Take Five”) prior to each task.
• Maintains hand tools and equipment to ensure safe operation.
• Wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) assigned for each task.
• Attend Environmental, Health and Safety related trainings.
• Maintains orderly work area and ensures housekeeping requirements are met.
• Complies with Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology safety policies and applicable government, customer or industry regulations or requirements.

What You Will Bring Along

• Computer literacy (MS Office).
• At least 3 years related experience with mining equipment is considered an asset
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues with mining equipment.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to work varied shifts (as required).
• Excellent proficiency in reading hydraulic and electrical schematics.
• Red Seal certification
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to local mine sites and across Canada as required.
• Previous experience with Sandvik equipment would be an asset.

In return for your passion and drive we will offer you…

• Ongoing development and training.
• The opportunity to make an impact on our business performance.
• An excellent comprehensive compensation package including a pension plan with matching, competitive health, dental, life and disability benefits.
• The opportunity to reach your full potential.
• The opportunity to be part of an ambitious team, in an industry leading business.

Our Culture
Our core values are the soul of the company. They guide us in our actions and daily business decisions. We are a company with an open-minded culture that encourages employees to share ideas and work innovatively. We embrace diversity and inclusion and inspire everyone to bring their authentic selves to work everyday!
We take pride in our agile customer-focused decision making. We empower our employees, providing strong performance management and opportunities to grow your career.
Do you want to learn more?
To learn more about Sandvik, our people and products please visit our website: https://www.home.sandvik/en/about-us/

How To Apply
Qualified candidates can apply at www.sandvik.com/careers to the Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic R0056451. We thank all applicants. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are always available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.