Line Boring Technician

Company:

Number of Openings:

1

Worker Type:

Permanent

Position Overview:

Finning is growing —and so are the opportunities!

Finning is growing —and so are the opportunities!

We are hiring a Line Boring Technician (Journeyperson Welder or Machinist) in Cranbrook on a 4x3 Schedule.
If you are a customer focused Journeyperson Welder or Machinist (with Red Seal endorsement); looking for stability and career growth APPLY TODAY!

• Wage: $50.25 - $55.84 / hr (probationary rate – full rate)
o $3.55 Field Premium
o Double Time OT
• 100% Employer paid medical and dental benefits
• Employee Share Purchase Plan Options with Finning match
• RRSP and Retirement Plan options
• Boot and Tool Allowance
• Employee Rewards – exclusive access to discounts and perks
• CAT certified training: Additional certifications and skill development paid for by Finning

Job Description:

Job Responsibilities:

As the Line Boring Technician, you will be performing portable line boring, welding and grinding duties for rebuilds and repairs on Caterpillar Equipment in both the shop and field.

• Maintain Caterpillar Construction Equipment, Mining Equipment and Expanded Mining Equipment in a field environment
• Set up, operate line boring equipment and measuring tools to complete the weld build up, fitting and related tasks
• Component rebuild and repair, weld, grind, re-machine bores, some Manufacturing
• Perform routine maintenance work
• Occasional work at heights and confined spaces
• Frequent bending, squatting, climbing, and lifting/pushing of up to 45 pounds without assistance
• Complete technical documentation (service reports, warranty, crossover notes)

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Welder or Machinist Ticket with Interprovincial Certification
• Valid driver’s license (drivers abstract as a condition of offer)
• Proven line boring experience
• Strong welding aptitude: vertical, flat, and overhead test for both SMAW and FCAW, machining experience is beneficial

Important Details

• This position is based out of Cranbrook, BC on a 4x3 compressed shift
• Both Shop and Field work will be required
• A condition of employment is the ability to obtain Customer Site Access which includes Drug and Alcohol Screening, be fit tested and have the ability to wear a respirator

Union Membership: This is a unionized position.  Union dues will be deducted from your pay upon hire.  Terms of employment are governed by a collective agreement. 

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.