Mine mechanic
Job description
Being part of the operations team, the mine mechanic is responsible of performing various installation, maintenance, inspection, repair and adjustment of machinery and mechanical tools directly on the work site.
Main tasks
Being part of the operations team, the mine mechanic is responsible of performing various installation, maintenance, inspection, repair and adjustment of machinery and mechanical tools directly on the work site.
Main tasks
- Respect safety standards at all times;
- Certify the safe performance of underground equipment;
- Inspect the various machines for defects and malfunctions;
- Determine the nature of defects and malfunctions to specify the extent of repairs to be made;
- Adjust equipment, repair or replace parts, installations or defective items using hand or power tools;
- Test repaired equipment to ensure that it is working properly and that repairs are compliant;
- Clean and lubricate equipment and perform other routine maintenance;
- Ensure accessories and work tools are in good working order;
- Complete the work card to communicate the work done at the end of the shift and submit it to his foreman;
- Keep the work area clean;
- Any other related tasks.
- Be an accredited Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic OR hold 3 years of experience in a similar role;
- Underground hard rock common core in Ontario;
- Hold a valid explosive license;
- Hold a high school diploma or other equivalent degree;
- Fluent in English is required.