Technology Technician

Toromont Cat is looking for Technology Technicians to work as part of a dispersed Operations Support Team support team (OST/St 90) that serves as the first point of contact for the support and optimization of all mining technology solutions within the Toromont territory (mainly the Cat MineStar System technologies and solutions, including but not limited to telematics, production optimization, safety, remote control and autonomous solutions).

Rotational Schedules include both 14- & 21-day rotations **

As a Technology Technician, YOU will experience:  

• Working within one of the safest organizations in the industry where your safety and well-being are our most important priority


• Working for the best-in-class equipment dealer and with the premium Caterpillar brand


• Opportunities to continuously Learn, Grow and Develop with our Toromont team through our internal Training teams that are geared for your success


• Competitive total rewards including wages, benefits, and premiums (as eligible)


• An opportunity for flexible work schedules and opportunities across multiple locations across Eastern Canada

In a typical day, YOU will:

• Perform installation, commissioning and implementation of MineStar Solutions (hardware/software/calibration/processes)


• Perform software and component troubleshooting for all supported Mining technologies. Troubleshooting includes Network, Guidance System (using high precision GNSS), Autonomy and on-board machine and technology components


• Recommend and document actions/repairs/maintenance to resolve issues with minimal impact on customers’ production


• Provide expert advice and coordinate with site maintenance and operations teams for technology maintenance activities


• Perform regular system health monitoring to ensure optimal operation


• Occasionally perform basic mechanical tasks or troubleshooting activities in collaboration with technical teams working alongside current OST/St 90 technicians

Must-haves for this role:

• 5+ years of experience in a technical role that involves troubleshooting, diagnostics, and successful repair solutions (ex. Electrotechnician, IT Technician, GNSS, Instrumentation technician, Electronics, Agricultural Equipment, Heavy Equipment, etc.)


• Red Seal license relative to this position, following provincial standards


• Knowledge of IT solutions such as Linux, Ubuntu Operating Systems, FTP Programs, MineStar Solution, Telnet, Tyresence, Trimble Business Center, Profinet, CanBus, Data highway (PLC5), Data streaming (OMF) is considered an asset


•  Experience in open pit and/or underground mining (an asset)


• A valid Driver’s Licence (DZ Licence preferred)


• Flexible schedule availability, 14- & 21-day rotational schedules


• Ability to communicate in both English & French (a strong asset)

About Toromont Cat

With over 4,000 employees and 56 locations from Manitoba to Newfoundland, Toromont Cat has a proven track record, industry knowledge, dealership infrastructure, and service mindset to ensure our Construction, Mining, and Power Generation customers succeed.    At Toromont Cat, work is built around people's strengths, our products, technology and an outstanding customer experience and through our strong partnership with Caterpillar ™, Toromont Cat takes care of our employees who take care of our customers! When you join our team, you become a member of the Toromont family. Your success is our success!