Lead Mechanic - Onaping Depth

REDPATH MINING; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is looking for a Lead Mechanic to oversee the maintenance of diesel, electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment. The successful candidate will ensure quality standards are met while maintaining a safe working environment. This role requires journeyman qualifications and at least three years of relevant experience in underground mechanical work.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision care

Life insurance

Pension plan

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Journeyman Certificate preferred.
• Minimum 3 years underground mechanical experience.
• Experience on Maclean, Cat, and Sandvik equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• Schedule daily work priorities and maintain inventory.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Welding experience

Basic literacy

Education

Journeyman level qualification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Texa & Cat ET Diagnostic software

Sandvik Toolman

Oracle Fusion

Job description

Job Description

Project: Onaping Depth

Rotation: 14 days on 14 days off

Shift Length: 11/12 hours

Allowance: Will be provided based on location

Travel: Will be provided based on location

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 Description

The primary role of the Lead Mechanic is to perform preventative maintenance and repairs to diesel/electric/pneumatic and hydraulic equipment. Their job entails many of the duties a mechanic is expected to carry out, while additionally making sure their subordinates' work meets quality standards and all tasks are completed safely and in a timely matter.

General

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand scope of work to be completed per project and plans.
• Comply with the Mine Regulation Act and Regulations clauses that apply to your work area
• Provide skilled mechanical work in diagnosing, repairing and maintaining a variety of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems
• To schedule daily work priorities, maintain inventory and records for mechanic shop; and to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
• Must be able to comprehend written & verbal instructions as required to perform his duties in a safe and efficient manner
• Must be able to create and close work orders through the Oracle Fusion Platform. Training will be provided through Redpath.
• Perform emergency repairs to equipment as required
• To note any information that has or may affect the safety of equipment, i.e. log books, check sheets, etc.
• To report to the supervisor any irregular circumstances or conditions related to his area of responsibility
• To accurately fill out any preventative maintenance check sheet related to his work, i.e., work order, warehouse withdrawal slips
• Must assist another tradesperson when assigned by his supervisor
• To be able to make decisions related to his workplace or equipment
• Must be able to follow proper procedure to ensure safety and limit equipment damage
• Must have skills to help train new employees, apprentices, etc., in the area on day to day operations plus on the procedures for operating equipment
• Perform diagnostic testing to identify problems and determine the solution to solve the problem
• Familiar with underground Mobile equipment Braking regulations//testing and adjusting such components
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts, components or systems
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturer specifications
• 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:

• Journeyman level qualification (trade school or college diploma) – (preferred)
• High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Basic literacy (read, write, basic math and read blue print) required
  
  

Work Experience

• Journeyman Certificate (421A preferred)
• Minimum of 3 years underground mechanical experience
• Maintenance experience on: Maclean equipment, Cat and Sandvik scoop and haulage truck, Sandvik Jumbo’s including Split Feed and miscellaneous project supporting equipment.
• Strong Organizational skills. Welding experience would be an asset.
  
  

Knowledge Required

• Texa & Cat ET Diagnostic software
• Sandvik Toolman, Cat SIS 2.0 & Maclean Eng. Documoto digital manuals.
• Redpoint & Oracle Fusion
• Ability to understand work from ladder flowcharts, schematics, sketches and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to utilize and create excel spreadsheets, word documents and adobe reader
• Government Regulations and interval testing for; Fire Suppression, 5 gas analysis, NDT, pressure vessels, tire & rim, crane etc…
• Respectful of cultural differences
  
  

About Us

Redpath provides full service mining solutions and innovation around the world since 1962.

Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.