Underground Haul Truck Operator

Barminco; Dease Lake; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Dental benefits

Camp accommodations

Meals provided

Job summary

Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd. is seeking an Underground Haul Truck Operator for the Red Chris Mine in northern British Columbia. The role operates on a FIFO rotation of 14 days on and 14 days off.

Responsibilities include safe operation of underground haul trucks, daily pre-checks, and reporting any issues to the Shift Supervisor. The position requires a valid Driver's License and readiness to work in a mining environment with a focus on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Preferred underground haul truck and/or equipment operation experience.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have good radio etiquette and strong communications skills.
• Eagerness to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate commitment to adhere to all Mine site safety rules and procedures.
• Safe and efficient operation of underground haul trucks to meet production targets.
• Observe experienced workers to gain knowledge of methods and standards.
• Document reports detailing work performed and pre-checks on equipment.
• Report problems that may impact the team or company to the Shift Supervisor.
• Maintain professional relationships with staff, subcontractors, and clients.
• Practice good housekeeping in the work area and on equipment.
• Understand and comply with PPE requirements in work areas.

Skills

Radio etiquette

Communications

Self-motivation

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Opportunity

Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd. has new exciting opportunities for an UNDERGROUNDHaul Truck Operator to join our team at the Red Chris Mine in northern British Columbia. Working a FIFO rotation of 14-shifts on and 14-shifts off.

Position Responsibilities (including but not limited to)

• Demonstrate commitment to adhere to all Mine site safety rules, procedures and regulations, while ensuring the safety of others
• Safe and efficient operation of underground haul trucks to meet production targets
• Observe experienced workers to gain and increase knowledge of methods, procedures, and performance standards
• Document reports detailing work performed, problems diagnosed, pre-checks on all equipment and machinery used in the day and all other required shift paperwork
• Immediately report problems/failures that may impact the team, or the company, to your Shift Supervisor
• Maintain and demonstrate a professional and courteous relationship with employees, subcontractors, the client and all other personnel
• Practice good general housekeeping in the work area and equipment
• Must possess AND maintain a valid Driver's License; manual transmission experience an asset
• Understand and comply with all PPE requirements in work areas
• Other mine related duties may be assigned by your Supervisor, as required

Skills and Experience

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalency
• Preferred; Prior underground haul truck and/or equipment operation experience
• The ability to work both independently and within a team in a fast-paced, rapidly changing, cross-cultural environment with high degree of professionalism and self-motivation is essential
• Proven ability to recognize and follow verbal and written instructions
• Able to effectively prioritize workload to ensure deadlines are met
• Must have good radio etiquette and strong communications skills
• Eagerness to learn and grow

Work Conditions

• Ability to do shift camp work on a rotational basis (alternating dayshift/nightshift), typically the rotations are 2 weeks on site (minimum 12-hour days), followed by 2 weeks off - working statutory holidays as they fall within the rotation
• Frequently required to communicate, sit, stand, walk, climb, reach, push/pull, manipulate objects and work in awkward positions
• Duties may involve moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Manual dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required
• Extreme weather conditions
• Noise level in the work environment is moderate to high

What we offer

• Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd. can offer you a role where you will be challenged and valued for your skills and experience. You will also have the opportunity to develop and grow your career.
• We are able to offer you a wage rate of $35.33/hr.
• Competitive wages, no-wait extended health and dental benefits, charter travel from various hubs (Calgary, Vancouver, Kelowna or Smithers), camp accommodations and meals.
• A matching RRSP program after a 3-month waiting period.
• NOTE: Selected candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment Fit for Duty medical which includes alcohol and drug screening.