Electrical Technician - Fossil Rock

ZipRecruiter; Orangeville; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining industry is seeking an Electrical Technician to be the primary technical resource for electrical needs. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairing various electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and training other technicians. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mining electronics and hold necessary safety certifications.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

Bonus pay

Retirement plan with 6% match

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years experience with mining electronics and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of motor control technology, circuit sizing, and design.
• Familiar with MSHA and NEC regulations.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and equipment.
• Assist management in training other electrical technicians.
• Plan monthly electrical inspections.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Underground and Surface MSHA electrical certifications

Utah Fireboss certification

Tools

PLC's

Conspec

RsViews

Job description

Job Description

OVERALL JOB PURPOSE:

This position will be the primary technical resource for all electrical needs and requirements of the mine on the shift assigned.

Responsible for staying current with new technologies as they apply to the mining industry. Assist management in teaching, training, and qualifying other electrical personnel on the procedures of installing, troubleshooting, and repairing various mine electrical systems and related components.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Maintain proper quality standards and cost awareness
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and equipment
• Observe and inspect electrical work to assist management in training other electrical technicians
• Assist the electrical department with safety and compliance with all applicable laws, codes, and safe work procedures
• Demonstrate proper electrical procedures and compliance with company policies
• Develop and share effective work methods and implement best practices
• Assist in annual electrical retraining
• Review new technologies and implement where practical as directed by management
• Use creativity in problem solving and enhancing existing systems and processes
• Proactively optimize available resources
• Assist management in developing training programs for technicians
• Follow up on electrical work and permissibility inspections
• Plan monthly electrical inspections
• Become familiar with monitoring and control systems (PLC's, Conspec, RsViews)

EXPERIENCE:

• Must be a self-starter and self-directed
• Maintain a positive attitude regarding troubleshooting
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
• Underground and Surface MSHA electrical certifications
• Utah Fireboss certification or ability to obtain
• Minimum of four years experience with mining electronics and electrical systems
• Knowledge of motor control technology, circuit sizing, and design
• Good knowledge of MSHA and NEC regulations
• Supportive of company policies
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Willingness to teach others and demonstrate leadership

What We Offer:

Competitive pay, excellent benefits, bonus pay, and a retirement plan with a 6% match. Post-offer screening required. EOE.

Post-offer drug and physical screening

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