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 consistency. We operate in 18 countries and continue to grow.
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 Blackwater, 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 safe 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 - Robust 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