Posted 16 days ago
Underground Heavy Equipment Technician, Journeyperson
@ SMS Equipment Inc.
Kamloops, British Columbia
Overview
SMS Equipment Inc. is hiring a full-time Underground Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician in Kamloops, BC to repair and overhaul underground mining equipment, mainly Montabert drifters. The role includes travel to customer sites and training, on a 7x7 or 14x14 schedule, with a base wage of $52.31 per hour plus applicable premiums.
Pay:
$52.31 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Overhaul, diagnose and repair underground drifters and heavy equipment
- Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults
- Complete new equipment pre-delivery inspections and options installs
- Complete service reports, timecards and warranty claims
- Travel to customer sites and training as required
Requirements summary:
- Heavy Equipment Technician Journeyperson certificate or equivalent
- Experience with underground mining equipment and repairs
- Troubleshooting experience with electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems
- Strong workplace health and safety awareness
- Comfortable in confined spaces and lifting up to 50 lbs
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-21
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: moderate · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Vehicle, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Heavy Equipment Technician Journeyperson |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol, driving record |
| Education | Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Heavy Equipment Technician |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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SMS Equipment Inc.
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SMS Equipment Inc. is the premier equipment solutions provider for the mining, construction, road construction, and forestry industries. Our world-class specialists work across more than 40 locations in Canada and Alaska, providing tailored equipment, support, parts and technology solutions that help our customers grow. We’re Partners in Your Possibilities, innovating and delivering cutting-edge programs with leading manufacturers that drive success for our customers. We’re a team committed to collaborative growth, making a meaningful impact through everything we do. SMS Equipment partners with employees to transform jobs into careers. Do work that is productive and meaningful. Learn new skills. Explore diverse opportunities within our network. Sound right for you? Come join us! ------------------------------ Équipement SMS inc. est le principal fournisseur de solutions d'équipement pour les industries de l'exploitation minière, de la construction, de la construction routière et de la foresterie. Nos spécialistes de classe mondiale travaillent dans plus de 40 emplacements au Canada et en Alaska, fournissant de l'équipement sur mesure, du soutien, des pièces et des solutions technologiques qui aident nos clients à croître. Nous sommes des Partenaires de vos possibilités, innovant et offrant des programmes de pointe avec des fabricants de premier plan qui favorisent la réussite de nos clients. Nous sommes une équipe engagée dans une croissance collaborative, ayant un impact significatif à travers tout ce que nous faisons. Équipement SMS s'associe à ses employés pour transformer les emplois en carrières. Effectuer un travail productif et utile. Acquérir de nouvelles compétences. Explorer diverses opportunités au sein de notre réseau. Si cela vous convient, rejoignez-nous!
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- Business categories
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- SMS Equipment Inc.
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SMS Equipment Inc. is the premier equipment solutions provider for the mining, construction, road construction, and forestry industries. Our world-class specialists work across more than 40 locations in Canada and Alaska, providing tailored equipment, support, parts and technology solutions that help our customers grow. We’re Partners in Your Possibilities, innovating and delivering cutting-edge programs with…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Machinery Manufacturing |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Acheson , Alberta |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2008 |
| Specialties | Parts and AttachmentsUndercarriage SpecialistsIntelligent MachinesMechanical ServicesField ServicesKomatsuTakeuchiBOMAGNPKGenesis |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 87 |
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SMS Equipment continues to grow its Underground operations and is seeking Underground Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technicians to join our team in Kamloops, BC.
In this role, you will use your technical expertise to support Komatsu underground equipment, with a strong focus on safety, customer fleets, and hands‑on work across a range of underground heavy equipment and attachments. If you enjoy working in challenging environments and supporting critical mining operations, we invite you to apply.
Base Wage: $52.31 per hour, plus applicable premiums*
Location: Kamloops, BC
Schedule: 7x7 or 14x14*
*This position may start on a 5x2 shift for training purposes and then will transition to 7x7 or 14x14.
This position is located in Kamloops, BC; however, travel will be required to various customer sites throughout BC and travel to other provinces will be required for training purposes.
*Other assignment-based premiums and allowances may apply.
What You’ll Do:
- Perform full overhauls, diagnostics, and repairs on underground drifters—primarily Montabert and will also work with Sandvik and Epiroc.
- Perform assemblies, preventative maintenance, repairs and complete overhauls on underground heavy equipment and attachments.
- Use measuring tools and precision equipment to assess wear, tolerances, and overall equipment condition.
- Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized or other testing equipment and provide recommendations on the extent of repairs.
- Support underground operations by troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues on mobile and stationary mining equipment.
- Complete new equipment pre-delivery inspections, paperwork and options installations.
- Complete service reports, timecards, warranty claim documentation, procedure creation and maintenance as required.
- Travel to customer sites as needed.
Work Environment:
- This position will be required to work in confining underground environments at customer sites.
- This position may work remotely in adverse conditions.
- This position will be required to travel to customer mine sites as required.
- This position will be required to travel for training.
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:
- Experience in underground equipment repairs and overhauls.
- Troubleshooting experience with electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
- Strong awareness and attitude towards workplace health and safety, including understanding and complying with all requirements.
- A commitment to maintaining and promoting a safe work environment.
- This role may involve lifting up to 50 lbs and requires being comfortable working in confined spaces.
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:
- Education or ticket verification
- Pre-employment medical questionnaire
- Drug and alcohol test
- 5-year driver’s abstract
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 employer funded pension contributions.
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