Certified Heavy Duty Mechanic / 2nd – 4th Year Apprentice

Orla Mining•Thunder Bay, ON

56d•Onsite

About The Position

Orla Mining is seeking a Certified Heavy Duty Mechanic or a 2nd-4th Year Apprentice for their Musselwhite Mine. This role reports to the Mobile Maintenance Supervisor and is crucial for maintaining the safety and efficiency of the Maintenance Department. The successful candidate will contribute to minimizing equipment downtime and ensuring optimal equipment effectiveness through proactive maintenance. Orla Mining is committed to responsible gold mining and creating a positive impact beyond the life of their mines.

Requirements

Certified Journeyperson Mechanic: Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in an industrial setting
Registered Apprentice: Minimum basic schooling and 35% of required apprenticeship hours.
Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 55 lbs.
Excellent interpersonal, listening and communication skills.
Proficient computer skills.
Ability to work in an underground environment.
Ability to perform in a self-directed manner within a fast-paced, team environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a mining environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair a wide range of heavy-duty mining equipment (e.g., haul trucks, loaders, bulldozers, graders, excavators, drills).
Perform preventative maintenance as per OEM and site maintenance schedules.
Rebuild and overhaul engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, and other major components.
Follow and enforce all health, safety, and environmental regulations (including Ontario's OHSA and site-specific safety policies).
Participate in daily safety meetings, hazard assessments, and incident reporting.
Adhere to lockout/tagout procedures and safe handling of tools, equipment, and fluids.
Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns in the field or underground.
Conduct on-site diagnostics and make repairs under various working conditions (outdoor, underground, or remote settings).
Work closely with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to optimize equipment availability and reliability.
Provide feedback and suggestions to improve maintenance practices and extend equipment life cycles.