Hoist Mechanic

Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd•Wawa, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Eagle River Maintenance Planner or designate, the successful candidate will perform the maintenance and repairs of all surface, underground stationary equipment, long hole buggies, compressors rock breakers and pumps at the mine site. The candidate will be reliable and is expected to work well as a member of a team to ensure a safe and productive workplace.

Requirements

Provincial certification as a Millwright Mechanic with at least 5 years’ experience in underground mining
Completion of Ontario common core modules is an asset
Valid (G) Driver’s License.
WHIMIS
Hoist experience would be considered an asset
Fall Arrest will be an asset
Strong troubleshooting skills
Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine equipment maintenance
Knowledgeable with hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
Must be able to work with little supervision; must be self-directed
Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
Good Communication skills and ability to work with others
Able to effectively prioritize workload to ensure deadlines are met

Nice To Haves

Completion of Ontario common core modules is an asset
Hoist experience would be considered an asset
Fall Arrest will be an asset

Responsibilities

Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and -Regulations for Mines and Mining Plants and all other Government standards and regulations.
Keep work areas clean and free of safety hazards on a continuous basis.
Ability to take initiative and work independently as part of a team
Perform maintenance and repairs to stationary equipment on surface and underground in a safe and timely manner.
Perform maintenance on Hoists, long hole buggies, compressors, rock breakers and pumps
Follow Wesdome safety policies, procedures, practices and standards.

Benefits

Market competitive base pay / salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications
Access to comprehensive extended health and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents beginning on day 1 of employment (short-term disability coverage begins after 3 months)
Healthcare spending account
Wellness benefit as an annual incentive
RRSP matching
Training, development and education supports
Travel allowances
Programs to support the long-term well being of our team members (i.e. Employee Assistance Program)
Mental Health Awareness Month
Family Day & Annual Holiday events
Local community partnerships