Industrial Services Lead Technician

Industrial Services Lead Technician The Industrial Services Lead Technician performs and oversees mechanical and vulcanized conveyor belt splicing, installation, repair, and preventative maintenance across mining, industrial, and construction environments. This role leads small crews in field activities, executes complex splice and rubber handling work with minimal supervision, and troubleshoots advanced system failures. The Lead Technician trains junior technicians, ensures safety and quality compliance, coordinates work plans and resource needs with the General Foreman, and professionally represents the company with clients to ensure reliable service delivery and strong crew performance. Essential Functions: Lead small crews during conveyor belt installation, repair, and shutdown projects. Execute complex vulcanizing, pulley lagging, and rubber lining applications with minimal supervision. Troubleshoot advanced system failures and recommend corrective actions. Perform belt tracking, tensioning, splice fabrication, alignment corrections, and general system adjustments. Conduct inspections and identify issues related to damage, mistracking, and splice condition. Support installation and replacement of pulleys, idlers, scrapers, and chute components. Follow MSHA/OSHA requirements, site-specific safety rules, and proper lockout/tagout procedures. Complete job hazard analyses, field-level risk assessments, and pre-task briefings. Maintain accurate QA/QC documentation, including splice reports, cure logs, measurement sheets, photos, and technical records. Communicate job progress, issues, and equipment needs with supervisors and clients. Train and coach junior technicians, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Coordinate with the General Foreman to plan job scope, manpower, and material requirements. Represent the company professionally with clients, ensuring high-quality service delivery. Positive team-building attitude, understanding that we are here to work together as a team. Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner. Perform other duties as directed. Supervisory Functions: This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities; however, this is a lead position and includes the occasional role of mentor, coach, and training other team members. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Advanced knowledge of vulcanized and mechanical belt splicing methods Advanced technical knowledge of vulcanizing, lagging, and rubber lining. Understanding of conveyor system components (pulleys, idlers, scrapers, chutes, lagging, rubber lining) Knowledge of belt fabrics, carcass types, cover grades, and splice designs Ability to interpret belt specifications, splice instructions, and technical drawings Knowledge of MSHA/OSHA safety regulations, site rules, lockout/tagout, and PPE requirements Familiarity with mine, industrial, and construction work environments Knowledge of troubleshooting techniques for conveyor failures, mistracking, and system wear Basic operational knowledge of equipment such as forklifts, generators, trucks, and trailers Skilled in mechanical and vulcanized splicing and rubber repair Proficient use of hand and power tools (grinders, buffers, cutters, press systems, etc.) Ability to perform belt tracking, tensioning, alignment, system adjustments, and replacements Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for conveyor system failures Ability to prepare and complete documentation (splice reports, cure logs, QAQC forms, measurement sheets) Effective crew leadership, planning, and job execution skills Communication skills to coach technicians and engage professionally with clients Ability to train and mentor junior technicians Competent reporting skills for conveying job progress, system issues, and safety concerns Ability to lead small crews and coordinate tasks Ability to work safely in physically demanding, industrial, and remote environments Ability to maintain compliance with safety programs and enforce standards Ability to read tape measures and use measuring tools accurately. Ability to solve problems under pressure and complete complex field tasks independently Ability to work long shifts, nights, weekends, and travel as required Ability to build a positive teamwork environment and represent the company professionally Ability to work in a Native Corporation multi-business environment. Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner. Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent is required. Five (5) + years of experience in conveyor belting, rubber repair, or heavy industrial maintenance required. Supervisory or lead-hand experience on industrial projects required. Ability to meet requirements for industrial or mining sites required. MSHA Part 46/48, OSHA 10/30, fall protection, and LOTO training preferred. Experience with underground, surface mine, or heavy industrial applications preferred Forklift, telehandler, or manlift certifications preferred. Experience with steel cable belt splicing (step, RSI, PLY bond) preferred. Valid state driver's license and qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the Company's Driving Policy. Ability to pass drug, driving, and background screenings. For the full job description including physical and environmental demands please reach out to recruitment@calistabrice.com Preference Statement Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g). EEO Statement Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.