What You Bring
The successful candidate will bring a thorough knowledge of maintenance and repair of mining equipment along with journey-level certification in the welding trade. Candidates must hold a CWB Certification or meet the requirements to obtain certification.
Other requirements include:
- Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience with demonstrated ability to oversee and coordinate tradespeople.
- CWB Supervisor Training Course certificate.
- Advanced Rigging Ticket is preferred.
- Hydraulic shovel experience.
- Large lift experience.
- Experience supporting welding shop and crane operations.
- Knowledge of OHSE legislation, regulations, and equipment inspection requirements.
- Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and troubleshooting skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to lead teams of tradespeople, apprentices, and labourers in a safety-focused environment.
This position is classified as a Frontline Leader role in SMS Equipment’s competency framework, requiring demonstration of core competencies (customer focus, collaboration, and technical/functional expertise) and leadership competencies (people leadership, managing through change and uncertainty, and influence).
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:
- Ticket verification
- Pre-employment medical questionnaire
- Drug and alcohol test
- 5-year commercial driver’s abstract
- Criminal record check
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.
