At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair heavy equipment to ensure safe operations at the Labrador City mine.
- Company: Join Rio Tinto, a leading global mining company committed to safety and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, career development, and relocation assistance available.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Why this job: Be part of a close-knit community while working with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Journeyperson Heavy Duty Equipment Technician or registered apprentices encouraged to apply.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Responsibilities
- Keep critical mobile equipment available through safe, high-quality maintenance that supports the Labrador City mine operation.
- Build your troubleshooting and diagnostic capability across a diverse heavy equipment fleet, with opportunities to support apprentice development.
About The Role
We are looking for Heavy Duty Equipment Technicians to help the Mobile Maintenance team deliver safe, reliable mobile equipment performance at the Labrador City mine. In this role, you’ll diagnose, repair and document work on a diverse heavy equipment fleet, helping maintain equipment availability in a safety-critical industrial environment. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on troubleshooting and wants to grow their technical capability while contributing to a team that looks out for one another.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Perform heavy equipment inspections, diagnostics and repairs within planned time frames without compromising equipment integrity.
- Apply Rio Tinto safety standards and environmental requirements, actively contributing to a zero-harm culture.
- Participate constructively in safety meetings, field-level risk discussions and incident investigations to improve safe work practices.
- Maintain clean, organized work areas and promptly address hazards that could affect people, equipment or the environment.
- Record clear details of inspections, faults and completed repairs so equipment history and follow-up work are understood.
- Prepare accurate written and electronic maintenance reports for leaders and relevant stakeholders.
- Support the development of Heavy Duty Equipment Technician apprentices by sharing practical knowledge and safe work practices.
About You
We’re looking for someone whose experience aligns with the key requirements below. You do not need to meet every “helpful for success” item to apply, if you bring relevant experience and are excited by the opportunity, we encourage you to submit an application.
Required for Success
- A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team.
Qualifications
- Journeyperson Heavy Duty Equipment Technician trade qualification; higher level registered apprentices may also be considered.
- A valid Class 5 provincial driver’s licence.
Experience
- Demonstrated experience inspecting, diagnosing and repairing heavy mobile equipment in a mining, construction, transportation or other safety-critical industrial environment.
Skills and Capabilities
- Ability to produce clear maintenance records and communicate repair status with supervisors, planners and other trades.
Helpful for Success
- Experience troubleshooting a diverse heavy equipment fleet.
- Experience supporting or mentoring apprentices in a maintenance environment.
What We Offer
- A work environment where safety is always the number one priority.
- Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions.
- A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program.
- Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical programs, pension and savings plans.
- Attractive share ownership plan.
- Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave).
- Exclusive employee discounts.
Where you’ll be working
We are a leading North American producer and exporter of premium iron ore pellets and high-grade concentrate with average iron grades greater than 66%. With a team of over 2,700 employees, IOC is committed to providing value and continuity for our customers, employees, communities and shareholders through our unique mine to port approach, taking advantage of our full integration and wholly owned infrastructure to deliver our high-quality concentrate and pellets to our customers across the globe.
Working at Rio Tinto also means choosing to be part of a company recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers in 2026 and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People in 2025.
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards.
Respect and Inclusion
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves.
Heavy Duty Equipment Technicians (Journeypersons) in Labrador City employer: Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in Labrador City, NL, where safety and inclusion are paramount. Employees benefit from competitive salaries, comprehensive health programs, and robust career development opportunities, all while contributing to sustainable mining practices that support global energy transitions. Join a team that values your contributions and fosters a sense of community, ensuring you feel valued and empowered in your role.
