Heavy Equipment Mechanic

West Red Lake Gold Mines•Red Lake, ON

6d•CA$130,000 - CA$145,000•Onsite

About The Position

West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join their team at the Red Lake Madsen Mine. This role is crucial for maintaining the production capacity of diesel/gasoline powered heavy equipment machinery through regular preventative maintenance and repairs. The successful candidate will be part of the initial team growing and operating a new underground mine development in the Red Lake Gold District of Northwest Ontario, Canada. The position operates on a 14-on / 14-off rotation, alternating between day and night shifts.

Requirements

Heavy-Duty Mechanic Trade Certification (Red Seal) or related field
Extensive experience with the maintenance and repair of heavy-duty mining equipment, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team
Excellent proven team player approach to work
Valid driver’s license
Willing to produce a criminal background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol test

Responsibilities

Follow safe working practices and site safety guidelines
Maintain heavy equipment with regular preventative maintenance and on the job repair to minimize downtime
Utilize training and developed skills to clean, lubricate adjust, inspect, repair, diagnose, and replace major components, along with air, hydraulic, water, fuel, brake, and low voltage electrical systems on all gasoline powered mining and support equipment
Update safety and production work orders and reports
Other duties as assigned