Company:
Finning Canada
Number of Openings:
1
Worker Type:
Permanent
Position Overview:
Ready to Turn Your Passion for Heavy Equipment into a Powerful Teaching Opportunity?
If you thrive in the operator’s seat and love sharing your knowledge, we’ve got the perfect role for you! As a Mining Equipment Specialist, you’ll be the go-to expert for showcasing the power and precision of Caterpillar machines—right on customer sites. With 8–10 years of hands-on experience operating a wide range of equipment—including Large Mining Trucks, Graders, Dozers, Hydraulic Mining shovels and Large Wheel Loaders—you’ll play a key role in helping others build confidence and skill in the field. Your ability to organize and execute impactful training will also support new sales efforts, making you an essential part of our team’s success.
In return, we offer a competitive salary of $100,000–$110,000, performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package that starts on day one. You’ll also enjoy a robust pension plan and the opportunity to invest in our future through the Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP). This isn’t just a job—it’s your chance to shape the next generation of operators while doing what you love every day.
Job Description:
Major Job Functions:
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners (e.g., Caterpillar) to align product offerings with customer needs and market trends.
- Serve as the subject matter expert on product application, ensuring the right machine is matched to the right job.
- Support sales execution by providing technical expertise, training, and content that enhances product positioning.
- Create customized solutions that highlight total cost of ownership advantages and drive competitive differentiation.
- Act as a key liaison with Caterpillar’s Resource Industry team and other strategic partners to influence product development and support.
- Drive cross-functional alignment to ensure strategic initiatives are executed effectively across departments.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 8–10 years of industry and heavy equipment operating experience, including 5+ years in commercial leadership roles.
- WorkSafe BC certification is considered an asset.
- Strong knowledge of Caterpillar products, industry trends, and customer applications.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with a customer-first mindset.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills with the ability to solve complex business problems.
- Experience in content creation, sales enablement, and delivering impactful product training/demonstrations.
- Results-oriented, collaborative, and adaptable with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
Note:
- Up to 75% travel required for this role in BC and Alberta
- Finning marked vehicle provided - must have a clean driver's abstract
- Permanent, full-time role.
- 5 x 2, Monday – Friday shift.
- Flexible option plan benefits with varying levels of coverage from day one.
- Matching pension contributions to help you save for the future.
- Employee Share Purchase program with matching contributions.
- RRSP and TFSA options through Sunlife.
- Paid vacation with an increasing allowance based on years of service.
At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.