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Winder

@ Vale

Greater Sudbury, Ontario

$49.43/hrFull-time4+ years experience
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Overview

Vale Base Metals is hiring a Winder for its Divisional Shops team in Sudbury, Ontario, a permanent full-time day-shift role. The work involves testing, repairing, rewinding and assembling armatures, stators, rotors and coils for electric motors, generators and transformers. Relocation assistance is offered and the starting hourly rate is $49.433.

Pay:

From $49.43 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Troubleshoot and perform on-site repairs in the shop
  • Test, dismantle, repair and rewind motor and generator parts
  • Rewind, modify and overhaul armatures, stators, rotors and coils
  • Complete breakdown, corrective and minor reports
  • Inspect parts and recommend the extent of work

Requirements summary:

  • Minimum 4 years of experience, apprenticeship preferred
  • Formal electric motor and apparatus rewinding apprenticeship an asset
  • Experience rewinding AC motors, mush and form coils
  • Experience repairing DC motors and generators
  • Transformer knowledge preferred
  • Relocation to Sudbury required

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalRetirement planPaid time off
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-28
First seen by our source
2026-10-09
Source record updated
2026-10-28

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Experience4+ years
Hours per week40
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
EducationTrade certificate (preferred)
Fields of studyElectrical motor and apparatus rewinding and repair
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Generous parental leave, Retirement plan, Relocation assistance, Paid training

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FieldValue
HeadquartersRio de Janeiro
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Job description

Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is transforming the future? Who We Are We are Vale Base Metals - a global supplier of the critical minerals transforming the future. With industry-leading reserves of copper and nickel in Canada, Brazil, and Indonesia, and state-of-the-art infrastructure in the U.K., Canada, and Japan, VBM delivers a secure and responsible supply of high-quality products to customers across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Global demand for critical minerals is growing exponentially. From energy to aerospace, batteries to magnets, robotics to artificial intelligence, a secure and responsible supply of critical minerals is fundamental to power modern technologies. And at Vale Base Metals, we are transforming our business to provide a secure and responsible supply of these minerals. Join our diverse team of 13,000 talented individuals committed to providing mineral security to a world in transition. We invite you to put your skills to work, driving meaningful and enduring change while enjoying a rewarding career. The Opportunity We are currently seeking a Winder to join our Divisional Shops team in Sudbury, Ontario. Relocation will be required for this role. This is a permanent on-site position working Monday to Friday, day shift. This posting is for an existing position vacancy. As a Winder, you will be responsible troubleshooting and performing on-site repairs. Your experience and skills will contribute to scheduled or emergency repairs, and preventative maintenance work to be done in a shop environment. Additionally, in this position you will: Test, dismantle, repair, rewind, modify and assemble or overhaul armatures, stators, rotors, commutators and field coils for any size, type and style of A.C. and D.C. electric motors, generators, alternators, transformers and magnetic devices. Complete breakdown, corrective and minor reports. Inspect, examine and test parts in order to recommend the extent and nature of the work to be done. Align with work safety policies and safety regulations. What We Offer You Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental coverage and disability plans) Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental) Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth Employee Family Assistance Program Online training and career development opportunities Relocation Assistance About You Education: Completion of a formal Apprenticeship program in Electrical Motor and Apparatus Rewinding and Repair is an asset and have graduated from related schooling. Experience: The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 4 years' experience (apprenticeship). Skills: Troubleshooting, repair and rewinding of all types of AC Motors, both Mush, and Form coils. Experience with troubleshooting and repair of DC Motors and Generators. Knowledge of transformers is preferred. Why Sudbury Greater Sudbury is a vibrant city in northeastern Ontario, renowned for its rich mining history and significant role in Canada's mineral production. The city sits atop one of the world's largest and oldest meteorite impact sites, the Sudbury Basin, which is exceptionally rich in nickel, copper, and other critical minerals that are required for modern technologies such as AI and defence. The mining sector is a cornerstone of Sudbury's economy, driving both employment and economic growth, and Vale Base Metals plays a pivotal role in this regard. Our commitment to the community is as deep as our mines. Include to Transform At Vale Base Metals, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people can act like owners, being their authentic selves and empowering them to deliver results. Vale Base Metals encourages everyone to express their ideas and opinions and values the plurality of individual profiles. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome - they are critical to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other personal consideration that makes us different. Vale is an equal opportunity employer seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity at Vale and in the mining industry. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. Employees engaged by the Company must be lawfully able to work for the Company in the country where the role is located. The Company does not provide immigration, work permit, or permanent residence sponsorship or assistance. Vale uses artificial intelligence to screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position. Minimum Starting Hourly Rate: $49.433 Apply by: Tuesday, November 17th, 2026 ValeBaseMetals

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