Heavy Duty Equipment Technician - Apprentice

Discovery Silver Corp.; Timmins; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Timmins, Ontario, is seeking a skilled professional to maintain and repair underground mobile mining equipment. Candidates must have proven troubleshooting abilities and decision-making skills. The position offers a balanced work-life environment and opportunities for growth within a diverse team. Safety compliance and technical competence are essential. If you're motivated and organized, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize work and self-motivate.
• Technical competence in equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, disassemble, and repair underground mobile equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on mining equipment.
• Test repaired equipment to ensure proper performance.

Skills

Inspecting equipment

Repairing equipment

Maintaining equipment

Troubleshooting

Decision-making

Education

Completion of intermediate training sessions (level 1)

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Overview

Discovery is an Americas-focused precious metals company with a diversified portfolio. Our Mission is to deliver sustainable value for all stakeholders by operating in a safe and responsible manner and having a positive impact on local communities.

Located in and around the City of Timmins, Ontario, Porcupine has two underground and one open pit mine. A continuous operation for over 100 years that provides a great work-life balance. Employees from diverse backgrounds are empowered through engagement, involvement, and growth opportunities in the workplace.

Location
Timmins, Ontario

Schedule
5x5x4

Purpose

The successful applicant must be competent in inspecting, repairing, and maintaining underground mobile mining equipment. Performing work on structural, mechanical, electrical and electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Will be trained in troubleshooting, disassembling, repairing, and performing predictive and preventive maintenance on underground mobile equipment
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts, components or systems, using hand and power tools
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturer’s specifications
• Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work of equipment
• Service attachments and working tools such as blades, ploughs, winches and side booms
• Responsible for compliance with OHSA, Corporate and Porcupine Environmental Regulations, Safety and Sustainability Standards
• Responsible to work collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals both within the department and cross-department
• Must be highly motivated, organized and must be capable of decision-making
• Responsible for providing own tools
• Assisting in other works areas may be required

Safety Expectations

• Responsible for their health and safety
• Correct and report unsafe practices and conditions
• Maintain a safe and healthful workplace
• Make suggestions to improve any aspect of safety
• Follow all Discovery Porcupine safety policies and procedures

Training and Education

• Successful completion of the intermediate in school training sessions (level 1) and 30% of the required hours for their trade
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, computer and written skills
• Must be able to organize work and self-motivate
• Must be willing to work with others
• Be technically competent

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

As an equal opportunity employer, Discovery is committed to diversity, inclusion and accessibility. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.