Technician, Equipment Operator

Centerra Gold; Illinois; On-site; USD 84,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining sector is seeking a full-time Technician, Equipment Operator for its Kemess Mine operations in Illinois. In this camp-based position, you will be responsible for safely operating heavy equipment, conducting maintenance checks, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The role offers a competitive compensation package with extensive benefits, contributing to a rewarding career within an established and growing organization.

Benefits

Tax-free travel allowance

Extended health, dental, vision, and travel insurance

Life Insurance

Company-sponsored pension

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Reimbursements on work gear

Annual Incentive Bonus

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with heavy equipment.
• Valid class 5 Canadian Driver’s License required.
• Strong work ethic and attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate various equipment (loader, excavator, grader, dozer).
• Perform maintenance checks and minor equipment repairs.
• Document equipment performance to ensure safety.

Skills

Knowledge of heavy equipment operation

Safety practices

Physical ability to lift 50+ pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

• Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Kemess Mine operations team
• Boost your career by joining an established organization
• Receive an hourly rate of $40.59 plus extensive benefits
  
  

• Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Kemess Mine operations team
• Boost your career by joining an established organization
• Receive an hourly rate of $40.59 plus extensive benefits
  
  

About Centerra Gold

Headquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leading North American gold and copper producers engaged in the operation, exploration, development, and acquisition of quality mining assets in Asia, North America, and other markets worldwide.

Centerra’s vision is to build a team-based culture of excellence that responsibly delivers sustainable value and growth. We are committed to the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations, promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct of our employees, officers, and directors.

For more information, please see our website.

About The Kemess Mine

Kemess is located in north-central British Columbia, approximately 250 km north of Smithers and 430 km northwest of Prince George, with fly-in access. The property is host to the former Kemess South (KS) Mine, the Kemess Underground (KUG) deposit, and the Kemess East (KE) deposit.

Existing on-site infrastructure includes offices, warehouse, laydowns, maintenance facilities, a 300-person accommodation camp footprint, crushed ore stockpile and reclaim, access and service roads, an airstrip, explosives magazines, and an electrical substation.

Kemess Mine promotes a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a zero-tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site.

About The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a full-time Technician, Equipment Operator to join our Kemess Mine operations site. This position requires union membership under the International Union of Operating Engineers.

This is a camp-based position, with a rotation of 14 days on / 14 days off, with a 12-hour daily schedule.

Reporting to the Site Services Supervisor, the Equipment Operator will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating a variety of equipment. In addition to properly operating the equipment, you will also be responsible for inspecting, providing preventative maintenance checks, and occasionally repairing equipment when required. This position is part of a unionized workforce and is subject to the terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement.

Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Operate various pieces of large equipment (loader, excavator, grader, dozer, etc.) in accordance with company procedures and safety regulations.
• Ensure proper operation of equipment by performing regular checks on their functionality.
• Document regular maintenance checks to maintain adequate records of equipment performance.
• Provide preventative maintenance checks to ensure equipment is safe and operating properly.
• Regularly clean equipment to preserve its quality and functionality.
• Perform minor repairs on equipment issues.
• Report needs for larger repairs to the appropriate parties.
• Commit to the overall safety of the work environment by always taking extra precautions to work with the utmost care and consideration.
• Willing and capable of performing manual labor and other tasks on site as required.
  
  

About You

To qualify for this role, the following skillset and experience will be critical to successfully performing this role:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience working with heavy equipment.
• Possession of a valid class 5 Canadian Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of proper operation of heavy equipment.
• Proven Safety and attendance record.
• Ability to maintain, inspect, clean, and occasionally repair pieces of heavy equipment.
• Strong work ethic and physical ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• Required to meet pre-employment testing requirements.
  
  

About The Benefits

As a valued member of Centerra's Kemess Mine team, you can look forward to a highly competitive compensation. You'll also gain access to some incredible benefits, including:

• Tax-free travel allowance commensurate with the distance required for travel
• Extended group health, dental, vision, and travel insurance
• Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D
• Company-sponsored pension with Company match
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Reimbursements on work gear and equipment
• Annual Incentive Bonus
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company match
• Parental leave top-up program
• Professional development within the organization
• Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
  
  

This is your chance to be part of an established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.

If you have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Armed Forces and Mining

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