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Heavy Equipment Technician, 2nd Year ApprenticeSMS Equipment Inc. • Kamloops, BC, CA
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Heavy Equipment Technician, 2nd Year Apprentice

Heavy Equipment Technician, 2nd Year Apprentice

SMS Equipment Inc. • Kamloops, BC, CA
4 days ago
Salary
CA$36.62 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Are you a Heavy Equipment Technician, 2nd Year Apprentice who enjoys solving puzzles, tracing problems, and creating solutions? This position will provide support and expertise working on industry-leading equipment. You will employ logic and deductive reasoning in diagnosing and troubleshooting. SMS Equipment is looking for knowledgeable Heavy Equipment Technician, 2nd Year Apprentice to join our highly skilled team at our Kamloops, BC branch. This is your opportunity to be part of a safety-driven team that values your expertise and supports your growth.

Base Wage: $36.62 per hour. Additional premiums apply.
Location: Kamloops, BC.
Schedule: 7x7

What You’ll Do

  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems on heavy mining and construction equipment
  • Perform overhauls, maintenance, and new equipment builds
  • Troubleshoot issues using computerized and manual diagnostic tools
  • Work independently in remote field settings, including adverse weather and confined spaces
  • Follow safety protocols and contribute to continuous improvement in safe work practices
  • Lift up to 50 lbs as required by the role

What You Bring

We’re looking for a team player with a strong work ethic and safety-first mindset. Successful candidates will have:

  • 2nd year apprentice status in the Heavy Equipment Technician trade.
  • Strong mechanical problem-solving skills and a commitment to safe, high-quality work
  • Ability to work independently and communicate effectively in both team and customer-facing settings
  • Experience with Komatsu equipment is considered an asset.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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:

  • Ticket verification
  • Pre-employment medical questionnaire
  • Drug and alcohol test
  • 5-year commercial drivers 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.

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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