Sandvik Mining is seeking a

Workshop Electrician – Summer Student

Location: Lively, ON

At Sandvik, we offer you a world of opportunities. Our diverse businesses and global network enable you to explore your potential and thrive. We recognize your performance and offer various ways to fuel your growth towards exceptional achievements.

Currently, we have an opening for a Workshop Electrician – Summer Student. In this role, you will support the Service team by assisting with routine maintenance, repair, and workshop activities while gaining valuable hands-on experience in an industrial environment. Working alongside experienced technicians, you will develop practical electrical and mechanical skills and gain exposure to Sandvik’s service operations and safety culture.

While searching for the best opportunity for yourself today, we are already thinking ahead to your future tomorrow. So now we challenge you to take it one step further and apply!

What you will be doing:

• Work from verbal and written instructions to complete routine workshop activities.
• Assist with maintenance and repair activities on equipment and components under the guidance of senior technicians.
• Support the assembly and transportation of materials handling equipment.
• Carry out routine tasks related to electrical and mechanical service work.
• Apply basic knowledge of electrical systems, mechanics, and materials while learning industry best practices.
• Complete basic service reports and documentation related to work performed.
• Communicate with team members and customers when required.
• Participate in local training opportunities and development activities.
• Support the team during peak summer vacation coverage periods.

What you will bring along:

• Currently enrolled in or entering an Electrical program or related trade program.
• High school education completed or in progress.
• Interest in pursuing a career in the electrical or skilled trades field.
• Strong willingness to learn in a hands-on workshop environment.
• Self-motivated with the confidence to ask questions and seek guidance.
• Ability to follow instructions, work safely, and contribute positively to a team environment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills in English.

Assets:

• Previous experience working with tools, mechanical equipment, or in a shop environment.
• Exposure to electrical systems or industrial equipment.
• Experience through co-op placements, technical programs, or hands-on projects.

Schedule and Work Environment

• Full-time temporary summer position
• Monday to Friday
• Steady day shifts: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• On-site position based in Lively, Ontario

Environmental Health and Safety:

• Adhere to Sandvik’s Environmental, Health & Safety policies.
• Attend related training sessions and wear all mandatory PPE as required.
• Maintain safe work practices while working in workshop and site environments.

In return for your passion and drive we will offer you…

• Hands-on experience in a professional industrial environment within a global organization.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced technicians and tradespeople.
• Exposure to equipment maintenance, repair processes, and workshop operations.
• The opportunity to develop practical technical and workplace skills.
• The chance to be part of an ambitious and supportive team.

Our Culture

Our core values are the soul of the company. They guide us in our actions and daily business decisions. We are a company with an open-minded culture that encourages employees to share ideas and work innovatively. We embrace diversity and inclusion and inspire everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

We take pride in our agile, customer-focused decision making. We empower our employees, providing meaningful learning opportunities and support for early career development.

Do you want to learn more?

To learn more about Sandvik, our people and products please visit our website:

https://www.home.sandvik/en/about-us/

How To Apply

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply at www.sandvik.com/careers to the Workshop Electrician – Summer Student position, requisition #R0093330. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations or gender identities/expressions.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier free experience to applicants with accessibility needs; therefore, requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact commonHR.canada@sandvik.com for more information.