Red Seal Mechanic (FLY IN / FLY OUT - 14 X 14)

Orica Limited; Edson; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global mining services company seeks a Red Seal Mechanic to provide maintenance for explosive pumping equipment. This role involves troubleshooting, fleet inspections, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates must have an Inter Provincial Red Seal certificate, experience in electrical/hydraulic repairs, and a strong safety background. This position offers a competitive hourly wage of $45-$50, accommodations, and benefits including medical, dental, and paid time off.

Benefits

Housing provided while on shift

Transport to and from site for local applicants

Company vehicle provided (not applicable to local applicants)

Qualifications

• Experience with Detroit Diesel, Mercedes, CAT power plants.
• Confined space training for tank inspections would be an asset.
• Willing to travel and work outside in all conditions.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot all explosive pumping and manufacturing equipment.
• Assist with vehicle audits and regulatory inspections.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and mobile major hazard management.

Skills

Experience in electrical and hydraulic repair

Ability to focus on attention to detail

Strong safety background

Motivated team player

Computer proficient in Microsoft programs

Proficiency in SAP work order systems

Education

Inter Provincial Red Seal certificate

High School/Secondary School diploma

Class 1 drivers’ license (asset)

CVIP (Commercial Vehicle Inspection Permit)

Job description

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Red Seal Mechanic (FLY IN / FLY OUT - 14 X 14))

Date: 11 Jul 2025

Location: Edson, AB, CA, T7E 1W1

Company: Orica

About Orica

About The Role – Red Seal Mechanic (FLY IN / FLY OUT - 14 X 14))

This position will provide maintenance and repair support for a range of mobile and static explosive pumping equipment. Additionally, this position will complete regular fleet maintenance and inspections through the preventative maintenance program.

What you will be doing

• Troubleshooting of all Orica explosive pumping and manufacturing equipment
• Assist with vehicle audits and regulatory inspections
• Complete regular fleet maintenance and inspections through the preventative maintenance program
• Ensure regulatory compliance and mobile major hazard management as required
• Fault finding and repair of prime mover explosives delivery unit (Majority of Western Star Chassis).

Location and Work Schedule:

Work locations to support:Coal Valley mine, Vista mine, Gahcho Kue mine. 14x14 roster. depending on location travel would be paid for and accommodation and meals while at work

• Option #1 working Monday through Friday
• Option #2 working 4 days on / 3 days off
• Option #3 for non-local applicants, working 14 days on / 14 days off

Work Provision

• Training on equipment provided
• Safe training provided
• Repair Truck or Work Truck with tools and fuel card provided
• Housing and meals provided for overnight stays

What you will bring

• Experience in electrical and hydraulic repair and failure diagnosis.
• Experience with Detroit Diesel, Mercedes, CAT power plants.
• Experience working with progressive cavity and gear pumps would be an asset.
• The ability to undertake confined space training for the purpose of tank Inspections would be an asset.
• They must be a self starter with a can-do attitude and the ability to focus on attention to detail.
• A strong safety background is a must.
• Motivated team player with strong organizational and communication skills.
• Must be willing to travel and be able to work outside in all conditions.
• Capable of working in a heavy equipment environment a must.
• Previous mine experience an asset
• Computer proficient in Microsoft programs
• Proficiency in SAP work order systems preferred
• High School /Secondary School diploma or equivalent
• Class 1 drivers’ license is an asset, OR Class 3 drivers’ license with air mandatory with clean abstract
• Inter Provincial Red Seal certificate required (Heavy Duty or Truck and Transport)
• CVIP (Commercial Vehicle Inspection Permit) is an asset

How you shape and influence others

* Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility
* Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character
* Solid interpersonal & communication skills
* Self-aware and open to feedback
* Work effectively across teams
* Able to work independently with only targeted supervision
* Productive without compromising quality
* Highly reliable and motivated to excel

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Compensation

• $45- $50/hour Red Seal certified (Heavy Duty or Truck and Transport)
• Housing provided while on shift
• Transport to and from Site (Local Applicants)
• Company Vehicle provided. (Not Applicable to Local Applicants)

Benefits (Full Time Employees)

• Medical on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
• Dental on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
• Life, Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Holidays - twelve nationally and/or provincially recognized holidays per calendar year
• Paid Time Off

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.