OTR Tire Technician

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OTR Tire Technician

Location – Copper Mountain, BC

Would you like to join Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group team in Copper Mountain, BC, as an OTR Tire Technician? In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of tire and related service and repair for mining tires, adhering to Kal Tire’s work and safety standards. As an OTR Tire Technician, you will set the standard for service excellence within the mining tire industry and demonstrate Kal Tire’s commitment to quality and safety.

Key Highlights of this Role

• You will perform tire service and maintenance for mining vehicles, including dismounting, mounting, balancing, and repairing tires, ensuring they meet safety and load requirements.
• You will operate heavy-duty tire servicing equipment and tools, demonstrating expertise in maintaining and repairing mining tire equipment.
• You will work in close collaboration with mine maintenance staff, ensuring operational efficiency while adhering to Kal Tire’s safety protocols.
• You will ensure tire inspections and maintenance programs are consistently performed on-site, maintaining the highest service standards.

Why Kal Tire?

• Competitive pay starting at $32.60-46.21/hour, with opportunities for career advancement and wage increases over time.
• Access to medical, dental, and vision benefits, plus an Employee Assistance Program.
• Participate in RRSP programs with matching Profit Sharing (DPSP).
• Enjoy discounts on tires, services, and more through our team member discount program.
• A strong focus on training and development, with opportunities to enhance your skills in the mining tire industry.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Perform dismounting, mounting, balancing, and repairing of tires for mining vehicles.
• Ensure tires are mounted and repaired safely, following load requirements and safety standards.
• Conduct tire inspections, equipment checks, and maintenance tasks.
• Assist mine maintenance staff as required, supporting their operations with timely tire services.
• Maintain an orderly and safe work environment, ensuring that tire service equipment and tools are properly maintained.
• Assist in maintaining stock for tire-related equipment and ensure the warehouse is clean and organized.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Comply with all site safety regulations and hygiene standards.
• Report hazards and unsafe conditions to your Supervisor or Lead Hand.
• Always use and maintain Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and follow safety protocols.
• Participate in safety meetings and contribute to improving safety practices on site.

Qualifications and Success

• At least two years of experience as a tire technician in a related field, preferably within the mining sector.
• Experience with Komatsu haul trucks and Giant loaders with protection chains is highly preferred.
• Ability to operate and maintain tire manipulators, forklifts, and service trucks.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to lift heavy loads and perform physical tasks safely in a mining environment.

Special Requirements

• A valid driver’s license and the ability to comply with relevant insurance policies.
• Secondary school diploma or equivalent; additional certifications and training are preferred.

Our Inclusive Culture

At Kal Tire, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to succeed. We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives and skills and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Hiring Process

Upon shortlisting, a member of our recruiting team will contact you and invite you to a telephone interview. Successful candidates will then have the opportunity to meet and interview with members of our leadership team over MS Teams and/or in person. Additionally, as part of our standard hiring process, prospective Team Members at the Job Offer stage will be requested to undergo a Canadian Criminal Record Check.

Solving our customers’ automotive challenges and making a positive impact – It’s how we roll, and it’s been that way since Tom Foord opened the doors to Kal Tire in 1953 in beautiful Vernon, BC. Over the years, we’ve become a trusted partner for large and small industries and fleets across Canada. Our customers rely on our expertise, our make-it-happen approach to service, and our lineup of the most trusted tire brands in over 260 retail locations coast to coast. Kal Tire is also the largest truck re-treader in Canada, with 11 retread facilities across Canada and internationally, and has a state-of-the-art tire recycling facility in Chile, where 40% of the weight of scrap tires is recycled to return to mines as an alternative fuel. In addition, Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group is an international leader in mining tire service and supply, servicing more than 150 mine sites across five continents. Kal Tire offers a culture that fosters inclusion and respect. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the AODA and AMA. Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment or employment process. Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements known.

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