OTR Tire Technician, Valentine Gold Mine, NL Kal Tire is Canada’s largest independent tire dealer and one of North America’s largest commercial tire dealers. Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group is a leader in mining tire service and supply, servicing more than 150 mine sites across five continents. The company has warehouse facilities strategically located across Canada servicing over 250 Kal Tire retail and commercial stores. Kal Tire owns and operates six earthmover retreading facilities located in Canada, the United Kingdom, West Africa, Chile and Mexico. Caliber’s Valentine Gold Mine in the Central Region of Newfoundland and Labrador, one of the top mining jurisdictions in the world. The Valentine Gold Mine is located in Central Newfoundland, approximately 80km Southwest of the mining communities of Millertown and Buchans. When completed, the Valentine Gold Mine will be the largest gold mine in Atlantic Canada and a significant contributor to the economy of Newfoundland and Labrador
Perform tire service on customer equipment, the Kal Tire way.
Assist mine maintenance staff as required.
Conduct appropriate maintenance on tools and equipment.
Maintain appropriate tire inspection and maintenance program.
Demonstrate and promote best practices and continuous improvement in everything we do.
Operational / Technical
Dismount and mount tires for a variety of vehicles for the mining tire industry.
Mount and demount different types of tire and rim assemblies
Balance light vehicle tire and rim assembly.
Perform Inspections and determine the suitability of wheel components to remain in service.
Operate heavy-duty tire servicing equipment and tools.
Conduct maintenance checks and ensure all work is done according to Kal Tire's work and safety standards.
Complete required reporting and logging of data, as required.




Assist in managing inventory for all operational requirements.
Ensure that hygiene standards are maintained in the facility.
Report hazards, unsafe work conditions and behaviors to your Supervisor/lead hand, to eliminate and/or mitigate the risk to acceptable levels
Assist and co-operate with the site safety representative to resolve safety issues identified
Use and maintain Personal Protective Equipment at all times
Actively participate in regular meetings and inspections in order to promote and improve safety in the workplace and document accordingly
Comply with site emergency evacuation procedures.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

The Key Performance Indicators are evolving and currently include:
Tires are repaired efficiently to meet the needs of the customer.
Team member contributes to the smooth operations of the Kal Tire Shop.
Work Experience
OTR service training and certifications desired. Basic tire fitting skills – Tire Fitter Levels 1 & 2 preferred.
Experience operating and maintaining tire manipulators, forklifts, and service trucks.
Able to physically perform the duties of an OTR Tire Technician safely.
Able to obtain and maintain all applicable licenses, certificates as required to perform the duties as required to work at mine sites.
Must be a self-starter and willing to take the initiative, solve problems, be able and willing to work without direct supervision, and be willing to attend appropriate training sessions.




Understand tire failure causes and analysis.
Positive communication skills and ability to express themselves well both verbally and in writing.
Additional certification and training preferred.
Valid driver’s license and ability to comply with relevant insurance policies.

A Canadian Criminal Record Check may be required for certain positions as part of the final stages of the hiring process.
Kal Tire uses AI tools to support parts of recruitment, including but not limited to job posting and pre-screening. A Canadian Criminal Record Check may be required for certain positions as part of the final stages of the hiring process.
#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.

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