Heavy Equipment Technician, Journeyperson Requisition Number

:

HEAVY007085

Posted : August 14, 2026 Full-Time

Locations Showing 1 location

Description SMS Equipment is growing in Kamloops, BC. We're hiring a

Heavy Equipment Technician, Journeyperson

to support mining and construction operations in a remote field environment. If you’re a skilled troubleshooter with a safety-first mindset and the ability to work independently, we want to hear from you.

Base Wage : $52.31 per hour. Additional premiums apply. Location:

Kamloops, BC Schedule:

7x7 OR 14x14 (days and nights)

What You’ll Do

Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems on heavy mining and construction equipment

Perform overhauls, maintenance, and recent equipment builds

Troubleshoot issues using computerized and manual diagnostic tools

Work independently in remote field settings, including adverse weather and confined spaces

Follow safety protocols and contribute to continuous improvement in safe work practices

Lift up to 50 lbs as required by the role

What You Bring

The successful candidate will be a

Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician . Other requirements include:

Strong diagnostic skills and mechanical aptitude.

Valid Class 5 driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Self-motivated and safety-focused with experience working independently in field conditions.

Experience working with Komatsu equipment is an asset.





Interprovincial Red Seal certification is an asset.

This position is classified as an

Individual Contributor

role

in SMS Equipment’s competency framework, requiring demonstration of

core competencies

(customer focus, collaboration, and technical/functional expertise).

At SMS Equipment,

safety is one of our core values

and we care for each other, without exception. Our successful candidate is intrinsically motivated and committed to making safe choices, when completing all tasks.

Pre-Employment

This position is safety sensitive. Candidates may be required to complete:

Ticket verification

Drug and alcohol test

5 year commercial drivers abstract

This posting is for an existing vacancy within SMS Equipment. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is hired.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted.

SMS Equipment offers rewarding

careers

in the heavy equipment industry across Canada. As the largest Komatsu dealer in North America, SMS Equipment gives you the opportunity to represent world-class quality in our product offerings and customer service. A few of the many benefits of working with SMS Equipment include: competitive wages, comprehensive group benefits plan, and employer funded pension contributions .

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