Environmental Co-op Student

Agnico Eagle Mines; Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking an Electrical Technician for the Detour Lake Mine in Ontario. Responsibilities include maintaining high-voltage equipment and ensuring a safe work environment. Candidates should have an Electro-Dynamic/Industrial Technician Certificate and ideally two years of experience. The position offers a 14/14 work schedule with accommodations provided onsite. We prioritize hiring from local First Nations and the Métis Nation of Ontario.

Benefits

Free accommodations and meals on site

Transportation provided to and from mine site

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years practical work experience preferred.
• High voltage transformer and switchgear experience preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors and at heights.

Responsibilities

• Maintain equipment rated for 24 volt to 13.8KV.
• Ensure safety issues are reported and remedied.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture.

Skills

Understanding of motor control logic

Basic instrumentation troubleshooting

Understanding of PLC logic

Excellent Microsoft Office skills

Education

Electro-Dynamic/Industrial Technician Certificate

Job description

Reporting to the Mine Maintenance Electrical Supervisor, you will be part of the Mobile Maintenance Department. You will ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment.

Responsibilities

• Understanding of motor control logic and MCC (600V), DC motor control (static drive) and AC drive
• Basic instrumentation troubleshooting (temperature sensor, pressure sensor and tachometer)
• Understanding of PLC logic and providing troubleshooting activities as required
• Maintain equipment rated for 24 volt to 13.8KV
• Use of various tools such as voltmeter, megger and ampere meter
• Ensure that safety issues are reported to the supervisor and promptly remedied
• Promote a positive health, safety and environment culture and the Internal Responsibility System

Qualifications

• Electro-Dynamic/Industrial Technician Certificate
• Minimum of two years practical work experience is preferred
• High voltage transformer and switchgear experience is preferred
• Ability to work and be exposed to the elements (working at heights, outdoor working environment)
• Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Suite applications especially Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint

Your Work Schedule

• Schedule: 14/14 schedule at our Detour Lake Mine
• Accommodations and meals are provided on site at no cost to the employee. Agnico Eagle provides transportation to and from the mine site and will accommodate to cover other travelling expenses according to your location of residence in Canada

Agnico Eagle Mines' Detour Lake Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Moose Cree First Nation, and Taykwa Tagamou Nation. In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of members from these Nations. Additionally, Agnico Eagle has entered into an agreement with the Métis Nation of Ontario, and therefore, we also prioritize citizens of the Métis Nation of Ontario. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Detour Lake Mine are encouraged to self-identify during the job application process. This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations.

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In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Agnico Eagle Mining (AEM) is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. Accommodation is available, upon request, for candidates participating in the recruitment process.

At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.