Heavy Duty Mechanic

Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd.; Unorganized North Cochrane; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Heavy Duty Mechanic to join their Mobile Maintenance team at the Detour Lake Mine site. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in one of Canada's largest gold-producing mines, known for its rich history and substantial growth potential. As a Heavy Duty Mechanic, you will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of heavy equipment, ensuring operational safety and efficiency. If you are passionate about mechanics and looking for a challenging role in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a Red Seal certification as a Heavy Duty Mechanic.
• Experience in maintaining and repairing heavy mobile equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular servicing and repairs on mobile equipment.
• Utilize diagnostic tools to identify and resolve mechanical issues.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Maintenance

Hydraulic Systems Repair

Electrical Systems Repair

Preventative Maintenance

Education

Red Seal Certification

High School Diploma

Tools

Diagnostic Equipment

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

Job description

Job Title: Heavy Duty Mechanic

Based at the Detour Lake Mine site, we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our Mobile Maintenance team, reporting to the Mine Maintenance Supervisor.

Detour Lake is the largest gold-producing mine in Canada, with substantial growth potential. Located in northeastern Ontario, approximately 300 kilometres northeast of Timmins and 185 kilometres by road northeast of Cochrane, within the northernmost Abitibi Greenstone Belt. The mine has a rich history, situated in the area of the historic Detour Lake open pit / underground mine operated by Placer Dome, which produced 1.8 million ounces of gold from 1983 to 1999. The current operation has a mine life of approximately 22 years, with an average gold production of 659,000 ounces per year.

The Heavy Duty Mechanic will be responsible for the proper maintenance and repair of all heavy equipment at the site, including performing preventative maintenance and operational safety inspections.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular servicing, preventative maintenance, and repairs on all applicable mobile equipment.
• Utilize computerized and testing equipment to diagnose issues and determine necessary repairs.
• Repair hydraulic, powertrain, and electrical systems.