Maintenance, Mining, Shutdown, Heavy Duty Mechanic

Matrix Camps & Logistics; Edmonton; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid flights to and from site

Hotel accommodations provided

Per diem for travel days

Paid travel days

Remote camp work environment

Competitive wages

Job summary

Matrix Camps and Logistics seeks experienced Heavy Duty Mechanics for winter ice road operations in Bathurst Inlet, Nunavut. You will maintain and repair a diverse surface fleet in challenging northern conditions, with a 3-weeks on/3-weeks off rotation.

Red Seal or Journeyperson qualification preferred and a strong commitment to safety and quality. The role offers paid flights, hotel accommodations, per diem, and travel days, with a remote camp work environment and competitive wages.

Qualifications

• Red Seal or Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic certification.
• 3–5 years mining equipment maintenance experience.
• Experience maintaining surface fleet equipment (loaders, dozers, excavators, graders, SnowCats, haul trucks, light/heavy trucks).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair surface fleet in remote northern conditions.
• Ensure safety and quality during maintenance tasks.
• Read wiring diagrams, hydraulic schematics, and service manuals.

Skills

Mining equipment care

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

Red Seal / Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic certification

Tools

CAT ET

CAT SIS

Job description

Mining Heavy Duty Mechanics - Winter Ice Road Remote Camp - 21/21 - Paid Flights + Hotel + Per Diem - Bathurst Inlet, NU

Matrix Camps and Logistics is seeking experienced Heavy Duty Mechanics to join their maintenance team for winter ice road operations in remote camps at Bathurst Inlet, Nunavut. This role involves maintaining and repairing a diverse surface fleet in challenging northern conditions, with a unique 3-weeks on/3-weeks off rotation. The ideal candidate is a Red Seal or Journeyperson mechanic with strong mining equipment experience and a commitment to safety and quality.

Perks & Benefits

• Paid flights to and from site
• Hotel accommodations provided
• Per diem for travel days
• Paid travel days
• Remote camp work environment
• Competitive wages

What You’ll Need

• Red Seal / Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic certification
• 3–5 years of mining equipment care and maintenance experience (minimum)
• Demonstrated experience maintaining surface fleet equipment (loaders, dozers, excavators, graders, SnowCats, haul trucks, light/heavy duty trucks)
• Strong working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical and electrical systems (12V/24V/480V)
• Proficiency with CAT ET and CAT SIS
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, hydraulic schematics, and manufacturer service manuals
• Valid safety training/certifications as required (e.g., WHMIS, LOTO, confined space)
• Experience working in remote and northern/cold weather conditions
• Valid driver’s license (if required by location)

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Experience with CMMS/computerized maintenance systems
• Track record of reducing downtime through preventive maintenance and root cause problem solving
• Experience with major component repairs/rebuilds (hydraulic pumps/motors, gearboxes, drive components, etc.)