Expanded Mining Component Rebuild Technician – Journeyperson

Finning•Edmonton, AB

4d•CA$53 - CA$56•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Production Manager, the EMP Component Rebuild Technician is responsible for troubleshooting and overseeing repairs on a variety of Caterpillar equipment. This includes disassembly, inspection and reassembly of components from Caterpillar 7495 Electric Rope Shovels, Hydraulic Excavators, 49R Blast Hole Drills and Electric Draglines.

Requirements

Heavy Equipment Technician / Heavy Duty Mechanic or Millwright Journeyperson ticket, or interprovincial Red Seal, is required.
Understanding of mining equipment components
Ability to use precision measuring equipment, hand, power and pneumatic tools.
Ability to operate Overhead and Jib Cranes as well knowledge and experience in Hoisting and Rigging.
Must have a high attention and personal engagement to industry safety protocols and standards.
Must be able to communicate written and spoken English effectively.
Ability to regularly lift and handle material weighing up to 40 pounds.
A condition of employment is the ability to be fit tested and the ability to wear a respirator.
Candidate must demonstrate the ability to work in a safe manner and comply in all aspects of the organizations policies and procedures.
Will require successful completion of drug and alcohol testing, a criminal background check, and a medical assessment

Nice To Haves

Preference given to those who fall within the value stream & qualify as defined in Schedule C.
Previous work experience on mining component rebuilds (disassembly, assembly, inspection or field service capacity) is preferred.
Previous work experience with components from Cat 7495 Electric Rope Shovels, Terex Hydraulic Excavators, 49R Electric Blast Hole Drills and Electric Draglines is preferred.
Ability to disassemble and recognize failed and non-failed components and able to perform inspections, perform and obtain precision measurements is preferred.
Experience in reading and interpreting component assembly, disassembly and bill of material drawings and lists is preferred.
Demonstrate a mid to high level of technical skills and knowledge with Brake, Planetary and Straight Gear Train Systems is preferred.
Knowledge of Planetary and Straight Gear Train Assemblies and Bearing Installations is preferred.

Responsibilities

Disassemble, inspect and reassemble finished goods components supporting Caterpillar mining equipment
Responsible to perform work safely within the shop component rebuild setting
Responsible to meet company and customer requirements of reducing costs through parts reusability and salvage opportunities
Collaborate with onsite technical services to diagnose component failure and provide feedback and discussion
Perform other related duties as required