Instrumentation Technician (Mining)

Glencore; Timmins; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Ontario seeks an Instrumentation Technician to manage installation and maintenance of industrial machinery and electrical systems. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving skills, experience in process automation, and have a Certificate of Qualification as Instrumentation and Control Technician (447A). The position offers competitive wages and benefits in a safety-sensitive environment.

Benefits

Competitive wage and bonus plan

Comprehensive range of benefits

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities

Qualifications

• Experience with power distribution systems would be an asset.
• Ability to perform scheduled preventive maintenance work.
• Experience diagnosing faults using testing devices.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, inspect, and repair machinery and systems.
• Support: preventative, corrective, and reactive maintenance processes.
• Document daily tasks using Computer Maintenance Management Systems.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Motivated attitude

Education

Certificate of Qualification as Instrumentation and Control Technician (447A)

Education in process automation and control

Job description

Overview

Reporting to Electrical Maintenance Supervisor, the Instrumentation Technician’s primary responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, inspection, and repair of a range of industrial machinery, electrical and instrumentation systems, controls and ancillary equipment;
• Supporting the operation in preventative, corrective and reactive maintenance work processes and providing feedback to optimize plant reliability;
• Adhering to and promoting all safety policies and procedures;
• Identifying and recommending opportunities for improvement of area activities
• Perform daily tasks documenting activities using Computer Maintenance Management Systems.

Qualifications

• Certificate of Qualification as Instrumentation and Control Technician (447A) would be an asset
• Inspect and test operation of instruments and systems to diagnose faults using pneumatic, electrical and electronic testing devices and precision measuring instruments
• Repair and adjust system components, such as sensors, transmitters and programmable logic controllers, or remove and replace defective parts
• Education training and experience in process automation and control.
• A motivated attitude, a dynamic approach to getting tasks complete, and pride in accomplishment and craftsmanship;
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance work and complete test and maintenance reports
• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with power distribution systems would be an asset

Schedule

Monday to Thursday, 10-hour shifts (Kidd Operations reserves the right to modify working schedules as necessary, in accordance with applicable notice requirements and labor regulations.)

As this position is in a safety-sensitive environment, final candidates must successfully complete Drug & Alcohol testing as part of our pre-employment process.

We offer a competitive wage and bonus plan complemented by a comprehensive range of benefits. Candidates must ensure that progressive, sustainable improvements within the department are consistent with business objectives and our health, safety, environmental and community policies.

Kidd Operations is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to protecting the privacy of personal information. Information will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only. We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodation is available through our Recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Company: Kidd Operations, a Glencore Company