Heavy Equipment Technician

Burgundy Diamond Mines Limited; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel to site

IBA priority

Job summary

Burgundy Diamond Mines Limited is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to join the Maintenance Team at the Ekati mine site. The role reports to the Team Leader, Maintenance and follows a 2 weeks on/2 weeks off rotation.

The successful candidate will perform preventive maintenance, inspections, repairs and component changes on heavy equipment, uphold safety standards and work with other trades to maximize efficiency. SAP literacy and a valid Class 5 license are required.

Qualifications

• Certified Journeyperson Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have experience with mining equipment.
• Working knowledge of SAP and basic computer literacy with willingness to learn new computer skills.
• Class 5 driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial field inspections, preventive maintenance, field repairs and component changes.
• Execute contamination control with fluid monitoring and on-site filtration procedures.
• Perform services related to site equipment, parts and components.
• Mentorship of employees, trainees and trades people.
• Follow safety protocols and work with other trades to maximize efficiency.

Skills

Safety-focused

Troubleshooting

Multi-tasking

Education

Certified Journeyperson Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Full-time

Position Overview

As a member of the Maintenance Team, the Heavy Equipment Technician will report to the Team Leader, Maintenance and work a two week (2) weeks on, two (2) weeks off rotation at the Ekati mine site. The Heavy Equipment Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance of all heavy-duty equipment on site. The successful candidate must focus on safety, quality, and accuracy of work and shall be adaptable to changing roles within the function.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Complete Initial field inspections, preventive maintenance, field repairs, component changes, and all other standard maintenance activities required to maintain site equipment;
• Execute the site’s contamination control strategy including fluid monitoring, formal pre-fill protocols and on-site filtration device and procedures;
• Performing all services in connection with site equipment, parts and components;
• Mentorship of employees, trainees and trades people;
• Always protect the safety and well-being of yourself and your co-workers. Follow all Company specific safety protocols and Occupational Health & Safety policies and procedures;
• Work with other trades in a flexible team environment to achieve best-in-class efficiency and productivity.

Education/Experience

• Certified Journeyperson Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician;
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent;
• Must have experience with mining equipment;
• Working knowledge of SAP and basic computer literacy with willingness to learn new computer skills;
• Ability to comprehend a situation and identify underlying causes, use knowledge and experience to tackle and solve technical issues;
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task;
• Class 5 driver's license is required.

What we offer

At Burgundy Diamond Mines, we believe people are our most important asset. This is why we are fully committed to the health, safety and well-being of our employees. We believe in establishing strong lasting and respectful relationships with the people and communities with whom we work.

Additional Information

The Company provides travel to and from the Ekati mine site out of Calgary, Yellowknife, and other northern fly points

Preference will be given to qualified applicants from our Impact Benefit Agreement (IBA) Groups.

Members should clearly identify their IBA status on the online job application and resume to receive priority consideration.

Please be aware of recruiting scams and note that Burgundy Diamonds does not recruit through social media such as Instagram, Facebook or Twitter. All job postings are listed on our website. During the initial recruiting process, Burgundy Diamondsdoes not request non-work related personal information such as a social security number, credit card number, date of birth, bank account information or marital status, either online, by email, phone or fax. Burgundy Diamondsnever seeks fees from either prospective employees or contractors.