Job Order Detail

Description

Duties and Responsibilities:
- Repair work to equipment, both in the field and in the central shop, as well as preventive maintenance on equipment used on the mine site
- Use hand tools, power tools, precision measuring and testing instruments to repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturers specifications
- Assist in tasks related to predictive and preventive maintenance technologies
- Assist in the maintenance of drills and other mine related equipment
- Fundamental understanding of the properties of the various types of fuels, oils, greases and lubricants used to service equipment
- Run small support equipment to aid the maintenance process such as forklifts, cranes and tire handlers
- Collect data on machine operations and suggests actions to reduce machine downtime
- Perform related work as required

Qualifications:
- Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic certificate with an interprovincial red seal
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Demonstrate a strong awareness and understanding of work-related safety practices
- Prior mechanical experience or mechanical technical education
- Possessing a 3A or 1A license with previous mining experience would be an asset
- Must be able to work rotating shifts, including weekends and night shifts

This position currently follows a 28-day shift rotation working day and night shifts from 7:00 to 7:00.  The shift rotation is: 3 days, 2 off, 2 nights, 3 off, 2 days, 2 off, 3 nights, 2 off, 2 days, 3 off, 2 nights, 2 off.

The Estevan Mine is located approximately 12 km from the city of Estevan and 16 km from the town of Bienfait.  The successful candidate will be responsible for his/her own accommodations and transportation.