Heavy Equipment Technician, Journeyperson

SMS Equipment is expanding our underground operations, and we’re hiring a Journeyperson, Heavy Equipment Technician for Edmonton, AB. This role focuses on component rebuilds and rockdrill diagnostics in a clean, well-equipped shop environment. Base Wage: $54.02 per hour Location: Edmonton, AB Schedule: 5x2 (Monday to Friday). What You’ll Do * Perform full overhauls, diagnostics, and repairs on underground drifters—primarily Montabert and will also work with Sandvik and Epiroc. * Use measuring tools and precision equipment to assess wear, tolerances, and overall equipment condition. * Diagnose malfunctions using proper testing equipment and provide recommendations based on repair needs. * Support underground operations by troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues on mobile and stationary mining equipment. * Maintain detailed service reports, timecards, and warranty documentation. * Travel to customer sites as needed. * Support continuous improvement by keeping work areas clean, organized, and ready for the next task. What You Bring The successful candidate will have a Heavy Equipment Technician Journeyperson certificate and experience working with underground mining equipment. Equivalent combinations of education and shop-based experience may be considered. Other requirements include: * Diagnostic skills in hydraulic, electronic, mechanical, and electrical systems. * Ability to use precise measuring equipment. * Strong awareness and attitude towards workplace health and safety, including understanding and complying with all requirements. * This role may involve lifting up to 50 lbs and requires being comfortable working in confined spaces. * Experience with Montabert drifters is an asset. * Experience with bolters and jumbos is an asset. 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 This position is safety sensitive. Candidates may be required to complete: * Pre-employment medical questionnaire * Drug and alcohol test * 5-year commercial driver’s abstract * Ticket verification 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 RRSP matching.

Perform full overhauls, diagnostics, and repairs on underground drifters and mining equipment in a shop environment. Support operations by troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues and maintaining detailed service reports.

Requires a Heavy Equipment Technician Journeyperson certificate and experience with underground mining equipment. Candidates must possess strong diagnostic skills in hydraulic and electrical systems and be comfortable working in confined spaces.

• Competitive Wages • Comprehensive Group Benefits Plan • RRSP Matching

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• Rockdrill Diagnostics
• Component Rebuilds
• Hydraulic Systems
• Electrical Systems
• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Precision Measuring Tools
• Underground Mining Equipment
• Equipment Overhauls
• Service Reporting
• Warranty Documentation

• Trades
• Engineering
• Manufacturing

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine