Heavy Duty Equipment Technician - Apprentice 1

Discovery Silver Corp; Timmins; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in precious metals seeks a Mining Equipment Technician for their operations in Timmins, Ontario. The role entails maintaining and repairing mobile mining equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and collaborating with diverse teams. Candidates should be motivated and technically skilled, with opportunities for growth and training.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of training sessions (level 1) and required hours for their trade.
• Technical competency and ability to self-motivate emphasized.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, and maintain underground mobile mining equipment.
• Perform predictive and preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Technical competence

Education

Intermediate in school training sessions

Job description

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 mines. 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 undergroundmobile 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 undergroundmobile 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 DiscoveryPorcupine 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.