OTR Tire Technician / OTR Tire Technician Trainee

Blackwater, BC

Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group has been servicing mine sites since 1972, building a reputation for reliability, innovation, and consistent delivery. Today, we operate in 18 countries and continue to grow. As part of that growth, we’re looking for an OTR Tire Technician or OTR Tire Technician Trainee who takes pride in their work, values safety, and wants to build a long-term career in mining.

Description
OTR Tire Technician / OTR Tire Technician Trainee

Blackwater, BC

Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group has been servicing mine sites since 1972, building a reputation for reliability, innovation, and consistent delivery. Today, we operate in 18 countries and continue to grow. As part of that growth, we’re looking for an OTR Tire Technician or OTR Tire Technician Trainee who takes pride in their work, values safety, and wants to build a long-term career in mining.

The Role
As an OTR Tire Technician/ OTR Tire Technician Trainee, you will perform all aspects of tire service and repair for mining equipment, while upholding Kal Tire’s safety standards and service expectations. You’ll play a key role in maintaining operational uptime and setting the standard for service excellence on site.

Full training will be provided as a part of onboarding for candidates without prior OTR tire technician experience

Site Details

Location: Blackwater, BC

Shift Options: 14/14 rotations, 12-hour days

Averaging agreement is required

Bus in, Bus out (BIBO) provided from Prince George and Vanderhoof

Camp accommodations provided at Backwater, BC at employer's expense.

What We Offer

Hourly rate: $36.47 to $46.10

Travel bursary may be available to eligible team members

Health, dental, and vision benefits





Employee Assistance Program

RRSP and DPSP (profit sharing)

Employee discounts on tires and services

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Responsibilities

Perform mounting, dismounting, balancing, and repair of mining tires

Conduct inspections to ensure safety and performance standards are met

Operate tire service equipment (manipulators, forklifts, service trucks)

Work closely with site maintenance teams to support operations

Maintain clean, organized, and secure work areas

Support inventory management of tire-related materials

Maintain required documentation within Kal Tire systems.

Health, Safety & Environment

Follow all site safety procedures and hygiene standards

Use PPE at all times

Report hazards and unsafe work conditions

Participate in safety meetings and continuous improvement

Requirements

Experience as a tire technician is preferred

Experience in mining industry is strongly preferred

Experience with haul trucks and loaders with protection chains is an asset

Ability to operate tire service equipment

Strong mechanical aptitude

Physically capable of handling heavy materials safely

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Additional Requirements

Valid driver’s licence

Successful completion of:

Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening

Physical assessment





Criminal record check

Our Culture
At Kal Tire, we’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to do their best work. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Hiring Process
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial phone interview, followed by interviews with the site leadership team (virtual or in person). Final candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening.

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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📌 OTR Tire Technician Trainee (British Columbia)
🏢 Kal Tire
📍 British Columbia