heavy-duty equipment mechanic
Title posted on CareerBeacon - Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
Posted on June 05, 2026 by Employer details Vale Base Metals
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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 Heavy Duty Equipment Technicians to join our Maintenance Department team in Sudbury, Ontario. Relocation will be required for this role. This is a permanent on-site position working shift and supporting a 24-hour operation.This posting is for an existing position vacancy. As a Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, you will be responsible for repairing, troubleshooting, adjusting, overhauling, servicing, and maintaining underground mobile mining equipment. Your experience and skills will contribute to scheduled or emergency repairs, and preventative maintenance work to be done in the shop or field. Additionally, in this position you will:Inspect, diagnose, adjust, repair, assemble, replace and test internal combustion, electric mobile equipment, and electric/hydraulic production equipment and related systems.Perform metal welding (excluding pressure welding).Align with work safety policies and safety regulations. What We Offer You Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension packageComprehensive 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 growthEmployee Family Assistance ProgramOnline training and career development opportunitiesRelocation Assistance About You Fully Licensed Journeyperson: Trade Certification either in Heavy Duty Equipment Technician (421A), Automotive Service Technician (310S), Truck and Coach Technician (310T) or Agricultural Equipment Technician (425A) is required.Minimum Grade 12 completed or GED is required. Experience and Skills: 24 VDC wiring/control systems.Maintenance of hydraulic systems on mobile equipment.Braking systems "ABA" on large mobile equipment. Why SudburyGreater 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 TransformAt 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 succe- Location Greater Sudbury, ON
- Work location On site
- Salary$23.87 to $55.00HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareerBeacon #2227362
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