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Sandvik

Mining, rock excavation, metal cutting solutions

Field Service Technician - Surface

Equipment Field ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-time

About the Job

Requirements

  • A diploma or certificate in a relevant mechanical or electrical field, or equivalent experience as a heavy-equipment mechanic.
  • Red Seal certification, where applicable.
  • Five years of related experience with surface mining equipment.
  • Ability to read hydraulic and electrical schematics.
  • Demonstrated ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and mechanical problems on mining equipment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Computer skills and experience with Microsoft software.
  • A valid driver's license and willingness to travel to mine sites and across Canada as needed.
  • Ability and willingness to work varied schedules as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical and/or electrical aspects of surface mining equipment and components according to defined specifications.
  • Commission new equipment and provide training at customer sites.
  • Inspect equipment to ensure proper operation and determine defects and failures.
  • Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective components or systems within the scope of work to restore equipment to original manufacturer specifications.
  • Verify proper operation of repaired equipment.
  • Commission new equipment.
  • Maintain service-truck inventory and ensure service trucks are maintained.
  • Accurately complete time records, technical reports, failure reports, and parts lists.
  • Stay current on industry, customer, product, and technical best-practice developments.
  • Perform other assigned duties.
  • Comply with safety policies and applicable government, customer, and industry regulations and requirements.
  • Identify and report unsafe work practices, workplace incidents, and near misses, and conduct a Take 5 risk assessment before each task.
  • Maintain hand tools and equipment to ensure safe use.
  • Keep the work area clean and orderly in accordance with housekeeping requirements.
  • Participate in required environmental, health, and safety training.
  • Wear the personal protective equipment required for each task.

Desired Qualifications

  • Ability to work in French and English.
  • Previous experience with Sandvik equipment or products.

About the Company

Sandvik

Mining, rock excavation, metal cutting solutions

Sandvik is a global engineering company focused on mining and rock excavation, rock processing, and metal cutting. It develops and sells tools, machines, and related services for these industries, including drilling equipment, rock processing machinery, and cemented carbide materials for cutting and wear resistance. Its strengths come from a long history, deep specialization, and an integrated portfolio, with a strategy that concentrates on core areas while spinning off non-core units like Alleima. Its goal is to help customers boost productivity, safety, and sustainability by providing reliable equipment and support for efficient material extraction and processing.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Stockholms kommun, Sweden
Founded
1862

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