Jumbo Operator - Borden

REDPATH MINING; Chapleau; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Dental and vision care

Pension plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

REDPATH MINING is seeking a Jumbo Operator in Chapleau, ON, to safely set up and operate boom jumbos for drilling and blasting. Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience with jumbo machines and 1 year on a scoop. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Offered salary ranges from $78,000 to $128,000 annually, with comprehensive benefits including health and dental. The position involves a rotation of 7 days on and 7 days off, emphasizing safety compliance and effective teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with Jumbo.
• 1 year of experience on a scoop.
• 1 year of experience installing services.
• 1 year of experience loading and blasting rounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a single or multiple boom jumbo.
• Check the working area for misfires.
• Conduct face prep prior to drilling rounds.
• Perform minor repairs on equipment.
• Maintain working area and equipment clean.

Skills

Ability to read mine plans

Teamwork capability

Multi-tasking skills

Respect for cultural differences

Efficient work independently

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Project: Borden

Location: Chapleau, ON Canada

Rotation: 7 days on 7 days off

Shift Length: 11/12

Salary Range: $78,000 - $128,000/annum, range is variable and dependent on overtime worked and production bonus paid

Benefits: Redpath offers comprehensive benefits including but not limited to health, dental and vision care, life insurance, pension and employee assistance program

Pre-employment requirement: Drug Test

Job Summary

The primary role of a Jumbo Operator is to set up and operate a single or multiple boom jumbo, to drill and blast in a safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect and wash down the working area, checking for misfires
• The ability to read and understand the ground support management plan and carry a copy of the current heading ground support plan into the heading.
• Conduct face prep prior to drilling rounds
• Ability to read and follow survey memos, mark up offsets line and grade.
• Ability to read and follow engineered drill profiles (Approved site standards)
• Perform minor repairs, such as changing shanks, couplings and hoses.
• Complete daily checklists/pre-starts on equipment and submit written and verbal reports to supervisor.
• Maintain working area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions as required to perform his duties in a safe and efficient manner
• Must be able to follow proper procedure to ensure safety and to control equipment damage
• The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Health And Safety

• Having the authority and responsibility to maintain a safe and efficient working environment
• Following Redpath Canada Limited health and safety standards and systems, including the Five Point Safety System and the Cardinal Rules, and reporting any unsafe acts or conditions
• Responsible to ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment required in the performance of the work.
• Must have knowledge of the WHMIS legislation and know how to effectively use an MSDS sheet.
• Comply with the Act and Mining Regulations that apply to the work area.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

• 3 years or more experience with Jumbo
• 1 year of experience on a scoop
• 1 year of experience installing services
• 1 year of experience loading and blasting rounds.

Knowledge Required

• Demonstrated ability to read mine plans and specifications for underground mining.
• Demonstrate how to turn corners using offsets
• Ability to multi task and work effectively
• Ability to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently
• Respectful of cultural differences