Automation Technician
Manufacturing & Production · Production & Assembly · Manufacturing Engineering · Maintenance & Reliability
In short
Sandvik Mining is seeking an experienced Automation Technician/Red Seal Electrician for a full-time, on-site role in Western Canada. The position involves troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and commissioning of mining automation equipment, with a strong emphasis on safety and customer support. This role offers a stable, permanent opportunity with comprehensive benefits and growth potential.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mining Automation equipment and components.
- Perform new Automation equipment commissioning and provide training at customer sites.
- Conduct root cause analysis to identify and solve common problems.
- Identify components, conduct preventive and cost-efficient repairs.
- Support customer's product/equipment/processes by suggesting improvements.
- Complete maintenance reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Coach customer technicians on basic servicing and maintenance principles.
- Ensure routine work procedures are carried out according to safety standards.
- Identify and report unsafe work practices, incidents, and near misses.
- Maintain hand tools and equipment to support safe operation.
- Maintain an orderly work area and meet housekeeping requirements.
- Attend required environmental, health, and safety training.
- Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Requirements
- Red Seal Heavy Duty Electrician License.
- At least 3 years related experience with mining equipment is considered an asset.
- Previous experience with Sandvik equipment would be an asset.
- Excellent proficiency in reading electrical schematics.
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electrical issues with mining equipment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Computer literacy (MS Office).
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to local mine sites and across Western Canada.
- Ability and willingness to work varied shifts.
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
Desired Qualifications
- At least 3 years related experience with mining equipment is considered an asset.
- Previous experience with Sandvik equipment would be an asset.
Benefits
- A starting hourly rate of $46.50/hour.
- Comprehensive compensation package including a pension plan with matching.
- Competitive health, dental, life and disability benefits.
- Ample opportunity for overtime that is paid as per provincial standards.
- Tool reimbursement program.
- Paid training and development opportunities.
- Company vehicle (depending on assignment).
- Company cellphone.
- Support from an experienced network of technicians across the globe.
- The opportunity to make an impact on our business performance.
- The opportunity to be part of an ambitious team, in an industry leading business.
- The opportunity to reach your full potential.
- Ongoing development and training.
Skills
Electrical schematicsMS Office
#Mining#Automation#Electrician#Field Service#Technician
About Sandvik
Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. We are at the forefront of digitalization and focus on optimizing our customers’ processes. Our world-leading offering includes equipment, tools, services and digital solutions for machining, mining, rock excavation and rock processing. In 2024, the Sandvik Group had approximately 41,000 employees, sales in more than 150 countries and revenues of about SEK 123 billion.
Company
SandvikJob Posted
5 days ago
Expires
in 3 weeks
Employment Type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Salary
CA$46.50 · Negotiable
Experience Level
Mid-Senior
Locations
Winnipeg, Canada
Applicants
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